Building Maintenance Mechanic - Full-Time

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Mechanic will perform work associated with maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance and alteration of building and mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems.

The Mechanic will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Mechanic will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Mechanic will:

  • Performs routine maintenance activities such as changing light bulbs, repairing outlets and hanging pictures.
  • Completes work orders within department quality and time standards.
  • Maintains the pneumatic tube station.
  • Performs basic bed repairs.
  • Performs water chlorination tests.
  • Serves as a member of the snow response team.
  • Conducts inspections of machinery, equipment and fire safety equipment, checks gauges and calibrations and performs routine preventive maintenance such as lubricating moving parts. Records preventive maintenance activities according to procedure.
  • Makes routine plumbing and electrical repairs such as unclogging drains, repairing leaking faucets and toilets and repairing light fixtures.
  • Removes and replaces ceiling tiles.
  • Cleans work areas, maintains equipment and tools and returns unused materials to storage areas after completion of assigned work. Maintains work log of activities performed.
  • Performs maintenance and safety inspections on assigned floors.
  • Cuts key blanks to make keys for specific locks, using key cutting machine.
  • Event set up rehab equipment and furniture moving
  • Standpipe connection inspections
  • Control valve secured inspections
  • Monthly washer filter changes
  • Change plaster room filter
  • Cleans P&O grate
  • Positive pressure room monthly PMs
  • Ensure air quality/room pressure compliance
  • Inspects grease-producing devices and kitchen fire extinguishing system
  • Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Reporting Relationships:

  • Reports directly to the Facilities Manager.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals normally acquired through completion of high school or GED.
  • Associates degree or certification (in Carpentry, Maintenance, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and/or Refrigeration) from a skill trade program or equivalent highly preferred. Will consider combination of work experience and education as well.
  • Requires two years of experience in basic mechanical repairs and knowledge of pumps and valves and necessary familiarity with hospital policies and procedures, different types of machines and equipment routinely repaired and safety precautions.
  • Ice Machine Equipment repair experience required.
  • Experience with kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, refrigeration, and steam warmers,
    preventive maintenance and corrective repairs highly desirable
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Must have basic computer skills and experience in using Microsoft products, email and computerized maintenance management systems.
  • Requires interpersonal skills sufficient to maintain effective communication with employees, contractors and patients.
  • Requires ability to move heavy equipment weighing up to sixty pounds.
  • Requires ability to use tools required by duties.
  • Ability to follow infectious control and safety procedures.
  • Ability to read blueprints/schematics and technical manuals
  • Ability to work independently or in a team.


Working Conditions:

  • Work environment requires exposure to dust, noise or extreme temperatures.
  • May require standing, walking, kneeling or bending for extended periods of time.
  • Work may require climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.


Pay and Benefits*:


Pay Range:

$19.52 - $33.46


Benefits:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations:


  • Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.


Equal Employment Opportunity Employer


Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.


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