Metro Health (now the University of Michigan Health-West) is looking for Maintenance Technicians

Maintenance Technician 1- Facilities Management * Days 6am-2:30pm 40hr/wk

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General Summary:

The Maintenance Technician 1 provides maintenance and repair services for Metro Health facilities under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor -- Maintenance to ensure comfortable, efficient, continuous and compliant facility operation.

Requirements:

• High school or vocational school diploma or GED.
• Additional vocational training in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, plumbing, or other applicable advanced training or degree completion such as building technology, facilities management, etc., preferred. Will also consider Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) in mechanics or related field.
• Valid Michigan driver's license without restriction affecting performance of job responsibilities, or valid out of state driver's license without restriction, with the expectation of obtaining a valid Michigan driver's license within 6 months from date of hire into this position.
• Able to read and comprehend at a basic level of understanding construction drawings and specifications, owner and operator manuals, etc.
• Able to verbally communicate fluently with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization. Able to effectively communicate, read and construct written communications in English.
• Able to work independently, in support of other technicians, and as a team. Able to prioritize, schedule and effectively conduct work.
• Able to effectively use a computer, tablet, and other technology devices to conduct research on internal and external resources, utilize the department computerized maintenance management system, communicate via email and text messaging, receive and schedule calendar appointments, receive electronic training and receive and respond to alerts from multiple building and equipment management systems, etc.
• Basic troubleshooting skills and experience.
• Basic familiarity and understanding of plumbing fixtures and systems, preferred.
• Basic familiarity and understanding of electrical power distribution and lighting, preferred.
• Basic familiarity and understanding of heating and cooling equipment and systems, preferred.
• Basic familiarity and understanding of general carpentry and painting, preferred.
• General maintenance mechanic hand tools are required to be provided by the employee.
• Able to perform duties with minimal or no supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Utilize the department Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to both create and receive work requests, document time spent, parts used, ongoing status, and completion information, etc.

Utilize the department Building Automation System (BAS), Pneumatic Tube Transport System, as well as other automated equipment systems to view conditions, identify concerns, and respond to alarms.

Accurately complete all required documentation including but not limited to the Infection Control Risk Assessment, Alternative Life Safety Measures, etc. for compliance with Metro Health policies and procedures and other authorities having jurisdiction including but not limited to Health Care Facilities Accreditation Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, State of Michigan, City of Wyoming, etc.

Inspect both visually and through the use of technology the grounds, buildings and equipment to assess condition and operation, level of preventative maintenance, and detect conditions needing maintenance and repair; prepare documentation, reports and work requests from inspections.

Complete preventative maintenance and corrective work orders including investiga