Sr. Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Range: $23.76 - $34.45 / hour

Additional components of compensation may include:

• • Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay

Benefits information:

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have :

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on major equipment and general building and grounds maintenance within the System. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System Incentives. Performs major repairs per department competencies.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

At least five years experience in all facets of building maintenance in a maintenance environment preferred. In lieu of work experience formal technical training in building maintenance, machine maintenance, AC/DC electrical systems, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, or successful completion of building maintenance Apprenticeship will be considered.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Must have valid Illinois driver’s license.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to read and following written instructions. Familiarity with Illinois applicable codes. Ability to read blueprints and schematics. Good oral communication and customer service skills. Ability to effectively and respectfully interact with staff and the public within the organization and outside vendors, inspectors and contractors. Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Conducts routine building maintenance rounds following established procedures. Maintains confidentiality of position acquired information.

1. Performs major electrical repairs including changing ballasts, light bulbs, switches and assists with replacement of light fixtures according to established policies.

1. Performs major plumbing repairs of sinks, drains, commodes, showers and medial gas outlets following established procedures.

1. Assists in maintaining proper stocking inventory of the parts supply crib following established protocols and informs Manager of any product shortages.

1. Performs major carpentry duties including installing or removing shelves, ceiling and floor tiles, repairing walls, baseboards and doors following established procedures.

1. Performs major refrigeration and HVAC repairs to heating and air conditioning units per prescribed policy.

1. Performs ground maintenance and assists with snow removal duties operating truck plow and tractor as needed.

1. Performs all aspects of job in an environment that optimizes patient, customer and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and physician brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.