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NI-Senior Maintenance Mechanic

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

6/12/2022

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-6002AC

Job Title:

NI-Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on major equipment and general building and grounds maintenance within the System.  Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System Incentives. Performs major repairs per department competencies.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES


Conducts routine building maintenance rounds following established procedures. Maintains confidentiality of position acquired information.

 

Performs major electrical repairs including changing ballasts, light bulbs, switches and assists with replacement of light fixtures according to established policies.

 

Performs major plumbing repairs of sinks, drains, commodes, showers and medial gas outlets following established procedures.

 

Assists in maintaining proper stocking inventory of the parts supply crib following established protocols and informs Manager of any product shortages.

 

Performs major carpentry duties including installing or removing shelves, ceiling and floor tiles, repairing walls, baseboards and doors following established procedures.

 

Performs major refrigeration and HVAC repairs to heating and air conditioning units per prescribed policy.

 

Performs ground maintenance and assists with snow removal duties operating truck plow and tractor as needed.

 

Performs all aspects of job in an environment that optimizes patient, customer and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

 


ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.


Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)

X

Non-Clinical

 

 


JOB REQUIREMENTS


Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/
Preferred

 


Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

 

5 years

 experience in all facets of building maintenance in a maintenance environment. In lieu of work experience formal technical training in building maintenance, machine maintenance, AC/DC electrical systems, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, or successful completion of building maintenance Apprenticeship will be considered.

Preferred

 


Illinois Licenses & Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/
Preferred

 

Valid Illinois driver’s license.

 

Required

 


Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to read and following written instructions.

 

Familiarity with Illinois applicable codes.

 

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

 

Good oral communication and customer service skills.

 

Ability to effectively and respectfully interact with staff and the public within the organization and outside vendors, inspectors and contractors.

 

Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

 


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS


Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Standing

 

X

 

 

Walking

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

X

 

 

Bending

 

X

 

 

Crouching

 

X

 

 

Pushing / Pulling

 

X

 

 

Carry

 

X

 

 

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

 

X

 

 

Color Discrimination

 

X

 

 

Hearing Ability

 

X

 

 

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

 

X

 

 

15 - 30 lbs.

 

X

 

 

30 - 50 lbs.

 

X

 

 


 

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.


Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Concentration on Detail

 

 

X

 

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

 

 

 

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

 

X

 

 

Oral Communication

 

 

X

 

Written Communication

 

 

X

 


Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Continuous

Over 70%

Frequent

40% - 69%

Occasional

15% - 39%

Rarely

Up to 15%

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Radiation

 

 

 

X

Other - Working with patients in crisis who may be volatile and potentially violent.

 

 

 

 


Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.