Maintenance Mechanic II

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Supervisor, assists in general maintenance functions of the hospital.

• Completes assigned work orders and/or PMs in a timely manner or informs supervisor of any problems accomplishing a task.
• Immediately identifies and informs the supervisor of any malfunctioning equipment.
• Achieves to reduce maintenance and utility costs through improved operational procedures.
• Helps to maintain a clean, safe and organized work area.
• Maintains a professional attitude toward patients, visitors and staff at all times.
• Varies work schedule or shift to meet the department staffing needs.
• Works overtime only with approval or when requested by the Supervisor.
• Schedules all vacation and personal holidays with prior supervisory approval.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Graduate of Trade School Preferred
• Five (5) years of commercial construction or industrial maintenance experience

• Three years of practical experience in an accredited hospital Facilities department

Required Licensure & Certification:

• American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Must be able to perform minor electrical, HVAC, mechanical repairs.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Minor computer skills (work order systems).
• Good communication skills.
• General knowledge or willing to learn equipment associated with the support of a hospital. Equipment included but not limited to: vacuum pumps, medical air compressors, chillers and emergency power.
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.