Maintenance Mechanic II

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Time Type: Full time Department: Facilities All Locations: 30 Gove Street - Lyman School Position Summary: Perform regular maintenance related duties along with some minor specialized duties such as small scale carpentry/construction, floor and plumbing repair along with grounds keeping and housekeeping to all NeighborHealth locations. Provide mechanical preventative maintenance on NeighborHealth systems and equipment such as belt and filter changes. Assist Lead Mechanic and other mechanics on projects which would require assistance. Will remain on call twenty-four hours/day for any problems occurring during off-hours, on a rotated, bi-weekly basis. All mechanics will remain on call for emergencies. FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II JOB DESCRIPTION REPORTS TO: Facilities Director DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to work independently on small scale projects or requests. Perform a variety of mid-skilled work for maintenance, repair and construction at all health locations. Including ductwork installation, lock repairs, furniture set ups, plumbing and electrical. Perform various maintenance and repairs on refrigeration, plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment. Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work. QUALIFICATIONS: Technical training and/or at least three year’s experience as a maintenance person. Basic knowledge of plumbing, H.V.A.C., carpentry, electricity and repairing equipment. Good communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: SCHEDULED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE: DAILY Grounds keeping General Maintenance and upkeep of entranceways, parking lots, wells, and the neighborhood surrounding the property, including, but not limited to: trash removal, sweeping, property repairs, landscaping, graffiti removal, snow removal, ice melt, and any other tasks which fall under these categories. WHEN REQUESTED Biohazard Containment Pick Up Biohazard Waste Boxes Replace Light Bulbs Shredder Pick Ups WEEKLY Clean Interior of Facilities’ Vehicles Clean Shop Fire Pump Testing Inspect Oxygen Supply Inspect and Test Eye Washes & Emergency Showers Inspect Hazardous Waste Areas WEEKLY (Spring to Fall) Power Wash BI-WEEKLY Receive Paper Goods MONTHLY Change Filters Check Backflow Pressure Gauges Check Blood/Body Fluid Kits Check Dehumidifiers Check Isolation Room Check P-Traps Check Pumps In Basements Check Revolving Doors Clean Bathroom Vents Clean Gutters & Clear Drains Clean Wells Ejection Pumps (Inspect & Grease Fittings) Emergency Generator (Inspect & Service) Fire Extinguishers and Hoses Inspect Audiology Booth 2- Intake & 2- Exhaust Fans Inspect Emergency Lights – Battery Packs Inspect Exhaust Fans On Roof Inspect Exit Lights and Signs Inspect Inergen Fire Suppression System Cylinder Gauges Property Cleaning – Around Gove Recirculator Pumps For Hot Water - Oil Test Elevator Phones & Alarms Trash Pick Up BI-MONTHLY Inspect and Clean Dryer Vent Duct Manually Swap Pumps QUARTERLY Change HEPA Filters Change HVAC Filters Change RTU Filters Check Restroom Floor Traps Clean Condenser Coils – PACE Sites Clean Washable HVAC Filters Grease Recirculating Pumps Inspect and Clean Fresh Air Makeup Intake Exhaust Open & Inspect Blood & Body Fluid Cleaning Kits Test Back Up Ejector Pumps BIANNUALLY Change Water Filters - Water Fountains Check/Add Oil To Boiler Room Pumps Check/Clean & Dirty Utility Rooms Check Eyewash Stations – Flow & Temperature Test Circulate Booster Pumps Clean Filters HVAC – Washable Boiler Inspect Smoke Walls Maintenance Of Back Flow Preventors Med Room Refrigerators – Clean Coils Pharmaceutical/Hazardous Waste Removal Replace Defibrillator Batteries Satellite Accumulation Area Inspection Storm Readiness TRIENNIALLY Ejection Pump Alarm Test Inspect Waste Lines ANNUALLY Change Batteries & Inspect All Emergency Lights Change Batteries & Inspect All Exit Lights Cooling – Turn On Cut Back Trees Drain Fuel and Store Snow Blowers Ejector Pump Clean Out Emergency Generator Gear Heater Element – Plug In Gear Heater Element – Unplug In Humidistat Unplug Humidistat Plug In Inspect Electrical Outlets - All Clinical Areas Inspect GFI Recepticles & Breakers Inspect Sprinkler System - Visual Install Planters Lower Boiler Temperature To 180 Lower Discharge Temperature To 55 Raise Discharge Temperature To 65 Remove Planters Repaint HP Symbols & Lines In Parking Lots Test All Restroom Alarms Test Crash Bars Tune up Snow Blowers Turn Off Heaters Turn On Heaters EVERY 3 YEARS Emergency Generators – Run for 4 Hrs. > 30% ROUTINE MAINTENANCE: Mechanics will be responsible for upkeep of all areas of the NeighborHealth including, but not limited to: 1. Repair toilets, install and repair dispensers (paper towel, soap, etc.) 2. Key control, make keys, and repair locks 3. Make signs, name tags, doorplates 4. Set up conference rooms for meetings (tables, chairs, etc.) 5. Escort repairmen, meter readers, outside vendors 6. Move inventory (records, boxes, furniture, etc.) to storage 7. Keep storage areas in orderly condition 8. Change lights 9. Patching and painting of walls. Repair doors, windows, thermostats OTHER DUTIES: 1. Respond to staff requests for emergency services 2. Continue work on all unfinished work orders 3. Light construction 4. Backup to housekeeping 5. Decontamination of rooms/areas where Blood/Body fluid spills have occurred 6. Conduct weekly walk through of all buildings replacing light bulbs and noting any maintenance concerns 7. Preventative, routine and regulatory inspections. Perform other related duties as requested Pay Range: starting at $24/hr up to $36/hr based on relevant experience EEO & Accommodation Statement: NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request Federal Trade Commission Statement: According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. E-Verify Program Participation Statement: NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.