Facilities/Maintenance Generalist, Full-time
Spaulding Hospital-Boston & Cambridge(SRN,SRH,SHC)

Summary
Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks to maintain the operation of the building.

Key Responsibilities

• Will work from oral and/or written instructions, works orders, drawings and or/ specifications.

• Will plan supervise and participate with others as assigned.

• Will install, repair and maintain a variety of electrical equipment including, but not limited to, pillow pumps, suction machines, portable compressors, kitchen appliances, motors, transformers, electric wheelchairs, heat lamps, communications equipment, clocks, call systems, laundry equipment and HVAC equipment

• Will install, repair and maintain the hospital's electrical distribution systems, HVAC equipment,refrigeration equipment, laundry equipment, kitchen equipment, and various other types of hospital equipment related directly or indirectly to patient care or building services.

• Will work closely with Sr. Director of Facilities to schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance tasks.

• Will be familiar with state, local and independent agency rules and regulations regarding electrical safety.

• Install, repair, and maintain building electrical systems which control heat, light and ventilation

• Order and maintain a supply of replacement parts, material and tools sufficient to perform duties.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance checks and inspections as required by the hospital's preventive maintenance program.

• Maintain the necessary records and reports to assist with the hospital's preventive maintenance program, and comply with state, local, and independent agency relations.

• Advise Sr. Director of Facilities when the need for outside vendor's assistance is appropriate.

• Coordinate and monitor manpower, scheduling, and attendance.

• Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance service.

• As the Electrician, encourage others to follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance services.

• Report all incidents /accidents, no matter how minor, to the Sr. Director of Facilities as soon as possible.

• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as requested.

• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the Sr. Director of Facilities as soon as possible.

• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc., to the Department Director as soon as possible.

• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., as approved.

• Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of shifts, etc.

• Keep work area free of hazardous conditions, i.e., grease/oil spills, excess supplies, equipment, etc., to assure that established safety rules and regulations are followed.

• Perform other tasks as assigned or requested

• Responsible for maintaining Spaulding Hospital Cambridge standards

• Is aware of and supportive of Spaulding Hospital Cambridge mission and demonstrates the values of Caring, Respect, and integrity in own role and in daily interactions with all members of the internal and external community.

• Demonstrates a competent, respectful and responsive approach to others, resulting in high quality service delivery and customer satisfaction

• Demonstrates awareness and assumes accountability for a work environment that is free of hazardous conditions. Participates in mandatory education program and practices proper:

• Infection Control Techniques Safety Awareness

• Right to Know

• Fire Safety

• Incident Reporting

• Body Mechanics

• Reports unsafe/hazardous conditions appropriately.

• Demonstrates a team approach by collaborating with others to attain department and Spaulding Hospital Cambridge goals.

• Organizes and prioritizes task and work responsibilities efficiently and effectively.

• Safeguards rights to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential nature.

• Contributes to and supports efforts (departmental and/or facility wide) that improves quality of services provided and enhance customer satisfaction

• Uses discretion and judgment before taking action. Makes sound decisions utilizing problem solving techniques. Appropriately utilizes resources. Accepts accountability for own decisions.

• Attendance at work and punctuality is demonstrated by consistent and responsible adherence to work schedule.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a high school or vocational school education
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
• Must be knowledgeable of safe electrical practices, procedures, and guidelines for local, state and others.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles, and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance procedures.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have working knowledge of application and use of electrical formulas, fundamentals of electricity, electrical equipment and Electrical Code requirements for wiring and installation Equivalent to a complete, accredited apprenticeship training.

• Must have at least 3 years of training plus 3-5 years of work experience which includes repair work.
• Must have the ability to perform the work within the spirit and mission of the hospital.
• Must be able to solve problems and to conceptualize projects.
• Must be able to lead others and to direct their activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.
• Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Continuous mental and visual attention required to perform tasks of this position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately, so that the requirements of this position can be fully met

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:
Activity

Amount of Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non weather)

X

Work in high place(s)

X

Work in confined space(s)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Risk of radiation exposure

X

Exposure to blood borne pathogens

X

Flammable/explosive gases

X

Toxic / caustic chemicals

X

Dust or other irritants

X

Grease or oils

X

Hazardous specimens

X

Exposure to lab animals

X

Infectious / contagious disease

X

Cleaning agents/chemicals

X

Hot equipment

X

Noisy equipment

X

Humid or wet conditions (non -weather)

X

Other

X

Lifting/Carry Requirements of this job
No Lifting required

No Carrying required

Number of pounds
Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry

Up to 10 pounds

X

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

X

Over 100 pounds

X

X

Push/Pull Requirements of this job:
No Pushing required

No Pulling required

Number of pounds
Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull

Up to 10 pounds

X

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

X

Over 100 pounds

X

X

Physical Activity requirements of this job:
Activity
Amount of Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Stand

x

Walk

x

Sit

x

Use of hands requiring fine motor skills and sense of touch

X

Move / rotate / bend wrist(s)

X

Type / use keyboard or other data entry device

X

Reach with hands & arms

X

Climb stairs

X

Climb ladder or other equipment

X

Drive / operate motor vehicle

X

Balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl

X

Speak

X

Hear

X

Taste

X

Smell

X

Touch

X

Other

X

Vision Requirements of this job:
Vision Requirement

Always called upon in job

Sometimes called upon in job

Rarely called upon in job

Close vision

X

Distance vision

X

Color vision

X

Peripheral vision

X

Depth perception

X

Ability to adjust focus

X

Other

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Safety eye glasses

X

Gowns

X

Filter lens (welding/soldering)

Scrubs

X

Face shields

X

Boots

X

Ear plugs or Mufflers

X

Hard hat

X

Surgical mask / dust mask

X

Coveralls

X

Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Gloves

X

Other

Level of noise typical in this work environment:

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

Loud

X

Very loud

EEO Statement
Spaulding Rehabilitation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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