Avera McKennan Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$19.25 - $24.00
Position Highlights
Monday- Friday 9:00am-5:30pm; 80 hours 2 weeks
Weekend/holiday rotation
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief OverviewResponsible for the inspection mechanical repair preventative and maintenance of facilities and assets including but not limited to buildings grounds mechanical physical and stationary equipment machines and vehicles.
What you will do
- Performs building inspections replacing parts cleaning and overseeing heating and plumbing outdoor grounds & landscaping and snow & ice removal all which insures a safe facility environment.
- Performs basic carpentry and maintenance work for the facility and fixtures including but not limited to painting and preparation work remodeling projects plumbing electrical and HVAC.
- Performs and completes routine repair and maintenance on machines and/or equipment including but not limited to beds wheelchairs kitchen equipment furniture office equipment or other related mechanical devices on a scheduled basis or as requested.
- Responsible for monitoring operating inspecting repairing testing and cleaning all equipment and related activities that bring steam or chilled water to air handling systems sterilizers etc.
- Verification of work order assignments and priorities and completes as assigned. Keeps work areas neat and orderly.
- Performs and manages preventative maintenance program of facility building grounds equipment and vehicles. Creates PM schedule to complete PM rounds maintains logs and records of servicing according to the PM program.
- Responds to facility emergency codes and demonstrates sound understanding of emergency protocols. Assists with conducts and documents drill such as fire emergency weather etc. participates in safety inspections and lockdown procedures. Informs leadership of safety concerns and makes recommendations regarding facility safety issues. Insures proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety policies and procedures.
- Remove equipment trash and hazardous waste material according to local state federal and OSHA guidelines. May be responsible for recyclable materials and disposal of confidential documents. Maintains records of all state and OSHA regulations as well as medical waste records.
- Work collaboratively with contractors and vendors to ensure contracted work is completed thoroughly and timely.
- Maybe be assigned other tasks within the scope of responsibility such as off-site errands patient transports deliveries minor housekeeping inventory parts ordering etc.
Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others hear understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education License/Certification or Work Experience:
- High School or GED Equivalent ; three to six months related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Drivers License - Licensing Board
Preferred Education License/Certification or Work Experience:
- Special Engineers Boiler License - Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
- Previous experience in a technical specialty such as electrical plumbing or mechanical
Minimum Age Requirements18 years of age
Expectations and Standards
- Commitment to the daily application of Averas mission vision core values and social principles to serve patients their families and our community.
- Promote Averas values of compassion hospitality and stewardship.
- Uphold Averas standards of Communication Attitude Responsiveness and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles laws regulations and standards associated with but not limited to CMS The Joint Commission DHHS and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Free health insurance options for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability Veteran Status or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application please call 1- or send an email to .
Required Experience:
IC