Northwell Health

Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for constructing, repairing, and maintaining various building components and systems using hand and power tools. The role requires performing routine repairs and maintenance, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and may involve working in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine repairs, maintenance, and installation of building components and equipment as directed.
• Visually inspects and observes the operation of mechanical systems and reports malfunctions to the Supervisor.
• Performs detailed work from work orders as assigned and notifies the Supervisor of materials needed for job completion.
• Is responsible for the proper use of materials, equipment, and tools.
• Maintains prescribed safety procedures when performing job duties.
• Cleans up debris associated with particular assignments.
• May be assigned a helper for special projects.
• Dismantles, cleans, lubricates, and reassembles machinery and equipment as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Technical and/or trade school preferred.
• Minimum of three years experience as a maintenance mechanic performing Journeymen's work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC installations.
• Minimum of one year of hospital work experience required.
• Possess a good knowledge of construction codes and standards.
• Certificates of Instruction from the Department of Air Resources preferred.
• Certificate of Fitness from NYC Fire Department for Standpipe and Sprinkler Systems, Bulk Oxygen Systems, and Oxygen through a blowpipe preferred.
• Ability to use various power and hand tools, ladders, and plumbing equipment, including welding, brazing, and soldering equipment.
• Read, write, and speak English to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.