Maintenance Technician

ABOUT US:

Formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, SRBHH was opened in 2016 and is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care. Conveniently located in the North Bay, this hospital consists of 144 acute psychiatric inpatient beds.

Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SRBHH) is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care.

Conveniently located in the North Bay, SRBHH serves adolescents and adults. We treat both mental health and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Technician

PAY RANGE: $27.00-$31.73 Per Hour

REPORTS TO: Director of Plant Operations

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operate efficiently and that the physical condition of the buildings does not deteriorate. The Maintenance Technician I maintains knowledge of, participates in further training provided, and understands the potential risks regarding occupational health hazards (e.g. bloodborne pathogen exposures).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs and maintains HVAC equipment.
• General repair and grounds maintenance.
• Basic plumbing and electrical tasks.
• Operate and maintain the Building Management System that controls the HVAC equipment.
• Conduct and complete all weekly and monthly inspections/testing to maintain the facility as well as to achieve Environment of Care/Life Safety/Emergency Management regulatory compliance.
• Setup phones and computers for staff and troubleshoot issues with phones and computers with assistance of Kebok if needed.
• Complete assigned work orders such as minor plumbing work; i.e. unclogging toilets, replacing light bulbs and ballasts, patching & painting, working on both patient and staff phones, assembling and moving staff furniture, and smaller tasks that do not require work orders such as distributing copy/printer paper, replacing copier/printer toner and toner waste cartridges, emptying bins with documents marked for shredding, picking up garbage on hospital grounds, helping to conduct fire drills, conducting Environment of Care sweeps to look for ligature risks, blocked fire alarm pull stations, blocked electrical panels and blocked fire extinguishers along with stained or damaged ceiling tiles. Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Special functions including facility cleaning.
• Alarms and emergency codes.
• Complies with facility safety, infection control and security program.
• Participates in activities which enhance professional growth and development.
• Performs related duties, as requested.
• Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.

Knowledge and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair; or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of basic systems (Electrical, H.V.A.C, and Boilers).
• Demonstrated knowledge of all around interior construction, smooth drywall, plumbing, electrical, lights, doors, and hardware).
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Health care industry preferred.
• Verbal de-escalation and physical intervention program as approved by the CNO.

Skills and Abilities:

• Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times
• Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS:          

• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.                                                                                                                                 
• The work is subject to inside environmental conditions; Protection from weather conditions but necessarily from temperate changes.                                                                                                                                               
• The work is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather.                                
• The work is subject to:                                                                                                                                                          

-          Both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.                                                                                      

-          Extreme cold: Temperatures below 32 degrees for period of more than one hour.                                                         

-          Extreme heat: Temperature above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.                                                      

-          Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.  

-          Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body.                                                                    

-          Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.                           

-          Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.         

• Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Physical Requirements:  

While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following: 

• Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.   Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time. 
• Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population. 
• Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.
• Vision: see details of objects at close range.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Reach forward, up, down, and to the side. 
• Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift up to fifty (50) pounds on a regular basis and 100 pounds occasionally.

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Life Insurance
  (Supplemental Life, Term and Universal plans are also available)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
  (with additional buy-in opportunities)
• PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay
• Discounted Cafeteria Meal Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement