Maintenance Mechanic

Chicago, IL

Weiss Memorial Hospital has been serving Chicago’s North Side and surrounding communities providing excellent health care services for over 60 years. We are a 236-bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility providing a full range of health care services to meet the needs of our diverse community. We have grown to better serve our community to include more than 450 doctors representing 42 medical specialties and more than 800 employees, all committed to providing you with personalized care. We are looking for exceptional people who share our mission and values to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director, Plant Operations & Maintenance completes construction and or maintenance projects specifically in licensed or certified area of expertise, and makes repairs in accordance with all manufacturers guidelines, hospital policy and applicable codes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma, or equivalent through Trade School
  • General knowledge of at least two other trades (Electrical, Plumbing, Refrigeration, and Locksmithing)
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics, this requirement will be essential in the installation, construction and repair of the systems that the Carpenter will be required to work on
  • Must be in good physical condition as this position requires working as part of a construction department and walking, climbing ladders, and carrying equipment and tools is required.
JOB DUTIES
  • Demonstrates the Customer Service Values, which are key in providing quality service to patients and customers.       
  • Operates, maintains, repairs & installs all building equipment such as plumbing, hardware, minor electrical, etc. as assigned in accordance with guidelines, building codes and departmental policies.
  • Completes all preventive building maintenance assigned within the guidelines of departmental policies.
  • Keeps all logs, records and other reports as assigned on the building or building systems.
  • Responds to all calls given in a timely manner by completing the request or communicating with the requestor conditions causing a delay.
  • Keeps all assigned areas clean and in good repair at all times.
  • Performs landscaping and snow removal as required by season and conditions when assigned.


Weiss Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.