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At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.
Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Facilities Technician is responsible for assisting in the day to day operations and maintenance of all facility systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and including but not limited to medical specific systems such as nurse call and medical gases. The Facilities Technician shall at all times support the philosophy and mission of OSS Health.
SCHEDULE: Sunday - Thursday 9:30pm - 6:00am
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for meeting required standards established around the organization’s commitment to promote customer satisfaction, economics, productivity, innovation, people growth, and organizational climate.
- Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not limited to light fixtures, lamps and ballasts, switches and outlets, minor appliances, cords, fuses, using hand, power and specialty tools.
- Performs minor plumbing maintenance to include but not limited to leaks in drains or faucets, unclogging drains, rebuilding defective faucets, hand valves, and flush valves.
- Performs minor painting, patching and carpentry work.
- Assists with the assessment and repairs on building systems including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
- Performs daily and monthly preventative maintenance and maintains an accurate log book on all tasks performed on a daily basis.
- Responds to Building Automation and Life Safety alarms.
- Assists with inspections for safety, security and fire hazards.
- Maintains department equipment and tools in a professional and safe manner.
- Maintains confidentiality of all security and facility information.
- Responsible for ensuring departmental policies and guidelines are followed.
- Coordinates repairs with other staff, agencies and contractors to assure compliance with local codes, guidelines, and informs supervisor of any problems.
- Assists with grounds maintenance, parking lot and sidewalk maintenance, and campus beautification as needed.
- Participates in department on-call rotation.
- Performs other department related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- High School graduate or GED required.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in the following trades is helpful: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC Systems and Emergency Generator Operation.
- Must have proficient computer skills
- Must have the ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Must have valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Must have the ability to do the job safely, as evidenced by proper body mechanics, and without injury to self or others.
- Willingness to learn hospital/departmental emergency procedures for fire, safety, disaster, electrical safety, infection control, MSDS and hazardous/toxic materials.
- Must have professional and effective communication skills, and be able to promote effective communication at all levels.
- Must have excellent time management skills.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first day of employment
- Disability, and Life Insurance within 90 days
- Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) plan and profit sharing
- Career Advancement Opportunities