Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

Overview

Penn Medicine is committed to providing high-quality patient care, conducting innovative research, and educating future medical leaders. The Mechanic position involves performing maintenance and repairs on heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, and other mechanical equipment within the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of heating, ventilation and air conditioning maintenance throughout the hospital complex.
• Repair and overhaul mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, and kitchen appliances.
• Troubleshoot and repair related electrical circuits (120/277 volt).
• Demonstrate professionalism within the framework of Relationship Based Care.
• Display teamwork by treating co-workers with respect and maintaining open communication.
• Show courtesy, compassion, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Respond respectfully to directions and recommendations from supervisors.
• Support ongoing improvement of client satisfaction by returning calls and emails promptly.
• Attend meetings as requested.
• Maintain awareness of patient/employee safety in daily responsibilities.
• Service various plumbing fixtures and operate drain cleaning equipment.
• Maintain air handling equipment and change filters.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on hospital equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot pneumatic and electrical control systems.
• Service all system components such as motors, compressors, and controls.
• Complete all associated paperwork in a neat and timely manner.
• Maintain all refrigeration circuits leak tight and add refrigerant as necessary.
• Adjust equipment to assure peak operating efficiency.
• Inspect, test, and operate electrical power circuits.
• Use effective interpersonal skills in all interactions.
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with the care philosophy of Pennsylvania Hospital.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• HS diploma/GED required.
• Extensive experience performing general maintenance duties.
• General knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Completion of a trade and/or vocational school preferred.