Maintenance Mechanic I- Atrium Health University- FT

Performs routine, preventative, and general maintenance services that require a general skill in a variety of systems. Perform all tasks with priority and focus on safety of patients, staff, and themselves. Maintains life safety systems and required documentation.

**Essential Functions**

Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.

Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments

Basic level of skill to maintains, troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.

Performs other routine to minimally complex general maintenance functions in the areas grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.

Respond and make repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc. as directed

Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner. Performs zone maintenance rounding. Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.

Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.

Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.

Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.

**Physical Requirements**

Must be able to lift 75 pounds while taking materials to and from sites. Must be mobile within entire facility campus including ability to access roof tops and crawl spaces. When performing diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment, will frequently be required to climb, lift, crawl, squat, and kneel to access jobs. Possible exposure to electrical shock hazards, severe weather conditions, infectious disease, and hazardous chemicals.

**Education, Experience and Certifications**

High School Diploma or GED required. One year of applicable experience with construction, maintenance, or facilities operations preferred. Vocational training preferred. Healthcare experience preferred. Valid drivers license required.

Atrium Health is one of the nations leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the regions largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.

Weve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.