MAINTENANCE WORKER

Reports To:  Maintenance Manager

Employee Type:              EXEMPT              X    NON-EXEMPT

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of work in assisting the Maintenance Department in the performance of duties necessary to keep the physical structures, utilities, associated equipment and grounds of the facilities in good repair. The Maintenance Worker performs preventative maintenance/minor maintenance and repairs by working in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, HVAC, construction, painting, plastering, mechanical repairs, and building and grounds maintenance.

This job description is intended to identify some of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Mayers Memorial Hospital District reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this position description, at MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT’S sole and absolute discretion.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be a high school graduate or have a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
2. One to three (1-3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Working knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of boilers and generators, plumbing, electrical systems, construction and all applicable hospital and healthcare related equipment.  Have the ability to comprehend a wide range of technical subjects and make appropriate repairs.
4. Ability to work in emergency situations with high stress factors.
5. State of California Fire Life Safety knowledge.
6. Knowledge of Title 24 Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development.
7. Knowledge of Title 22 California Code of Regulations.
8. Able to walk, bend and lift with the dexterity to perform manual skills required of the job. 
9. Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the Engineering Department, and willing and able to be available for call back on a rotating basis for emergency repairs, snow removal and maintenance.
10. Current California Driver’s License and valid insurance.
11. Must be sensitive to the daily lives of our Patients and Residents, and must have the ability to demonstrate the strictest of confidentially for compliance with and adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for their privacy and safe keeping.
12. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, area circumference, and volume used to perform the job duties outlined in this job description.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Competencies:

1. Professional behavior is demonstrated, both when on duty and as a representative of MMHD outside of normal work hours.
2. Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.
3. Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
4. A positive working relationship with patients, visitors, and facility staff is demonstrated.
5. Organizational ability and time management is demonstrated.
6. Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction.
7. Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications.  Ability to make appropriate recommendations or conclusions, given the data obtained.
8. Maintains an organized set of records, upon request, for the functions that are performed within the scope of this job.
9. Communicates appropriately and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers.
10. Performs all assigned tasks accurately, to include proper spelling and grammar, reference materials, and minimal mathematical calculation.
11. Takes direction from others to include those employees of other departments with which he/she works on a temporary basis in accordance with the chain of command.
12. Maintains all information as confidential as appropriate, to include payroll, personnel information, and other information obtained during the course of performing job duties that is confidential.
13. Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines in the performance of job functions.
14. Answers phone calls, assists public, and forwards appropriately if necessary and in a professional and friendly manner.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements:

1. Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional.
2. Completes annual education requirements if applicable.
3. Maintains regulatory requirements.
4. Wears identification while on duty.
5. Attends annual evaluation and participates actively in this process.
6. Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.
7. Attends all meetings as appropriate.
8. Exhibits the mission, ethics and goals of Mayers Memorial Hospital District in the performance of job duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
2. Is involved with personnel, visitors and government agencies, etc., when necessary.
3. Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with other personnel, clients and support agencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Frequently is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear.
2. Occasionally required to stand; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
3. Able to lift up to 50 pounds, 100 pounds with assistance.
4. Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Salary : $21 - $26