Maintenance Mechanic

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Maintenance Mechanic

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Maintenance Mechanic to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Maintenance Mechanic - Central constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components to maintain the physical assets of the institution in good working order.

Core Responsibilities

• Greases, lubricates and replaces filters in air and hydraulic systems.

• Performs inspections and repairs of equipment and completes scheduled maintenance.

• Diagnoses problems and makes adjustments or reports situations to proper managing staff.

• Prepares and maintains records and reports.

Department Specific Functions

• Performs the preventative maintenance functions in a timely and thorough manner.

• Interprets Policies and Procedures of the University of Miami to ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.

• Performs the preventative maintenance program functions in a timely and thorough manner.

• Keeps thorough, detailed and up to date records on activities in the maintenance area.

• Provides all necessary maintenance and operations information on time.

• Monitors, processes and aids in the development of efficient planning.

• Performs routine building inspection, takes corrective action, and/or reports regularly to the supervisor any deficiencies or needed action in area of responsibility.

• The maintenance mechanic is on the alert for any deficiencies, (i.e., economic, safety, regulatory, energy conservation), and recommends corrective action to the Facilities Manager.

• Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment and facilities as listed in the Facilities Maintenance Program.

• Performs installations and fabrications within the specifications of the University programs at a generalist skill level.

• Maintains neat, orderly work area, and safeguards tools, equipment, and spare parts.

• Inputs preventive maintenance work order tickets and uses computerized maintenance management program.

• This position also is the primary response for “after-hours” maintenance requests. These duties also include the response and repair effort for fire alarm concerns.

• This position requires initiative, judgment, and solid communication skills.

• This position requires basic PC equipment knowledge, to include the TMA work order management system and those programs required to maintain schedules of all equipment being serviced.

• Must be able to perform shift work, to respond to after hour’s emergency call-in, to work with other crafts and work in environments out of normal duties as needed.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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