General Mechanic

Overview

We ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs and is responsible for the execution of repairs or replacement of affected equipment in assigned area(s). Responds to and repairs specialty systems, accelerating requests as appropriate to the leader for distribution. Refers requests beyond the scope of the position to the Facilities leader appropriately for distribution. Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshoots electro/mechanical systems utilizing specialized test equipment and hand/power tools.

Full-time, with weekends.

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Required - 2 years of experience in commercial, industrial or hospital maintenance. Experience with all hand and power tools. Preferred - Healthcare experience

Required - Valid driver s license in the state of residence. Trade school or company school with a license or certification when required by a Regulatory Agency or Ochsner Health System as job duties dictates in any of the following disciplines: pneumatics, steam, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, refrigeration, welding, plumbing or machine work

• Must be familiar with a wide range of skilled crafts including plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a can-do attitude.
• Must be mechanically inclined with the ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards.
• Self-directed with the ability to handle the mental and physical stress/pressure to complete all jobs, including emergencies.
• Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods of time.
• Strong skills reading, writing and understanding mechanical and electrical symbol isms to properly interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications and mechanical drawings.
• Must be able to properly handle power and hand tools required to perform job duties effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply effective judgment when performing job duties.
• Must be able to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours.

• Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs in assigned area(s).
• Follows up on completed assignments ensuring equipment is working appropriately.
• Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as the nurse call system, fire alarm system, television system, medical gas system, and the ceiling system.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance with scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately.
• Assumes responsibility for any maintenance on laundry equipment, portable phones, pagers, beds, wheelchairs, surgical equipment, pneumatic tubes, SPD equipment, sterilizers, Telelifts and associated equipment within assigned area(s).
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System and its managed entities’ Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage,…