Facilities Tech I

Overview: Medxcel is here to lead the transformation of healthcare facilities management by incorporating a new approach to providing services. Created by healthcare, for healthcare, we have a dedicated focus on our people and customers, as well as providing tools, processes, support resources, data analytics and insource strategies that drive results.
The Facilities Technician I will perform routine maintenance duties for Medxcel throughout the assigned working location of St. Thomas River Park - McMinnville, TN. The Facilities Technician I will ensure that the facility and property are clean, safe, secure and functioning at optimum efficiency. This is an entry-level role within Facilities Management. While this role may work with journeyman electricians, plumbers, HVAC techs, and/or mechanics, the duties of this role do not require journeyman skill sets and/or certifications. Facilities Technicians are also responsible to complete assigned safety checks and adhere to all safety regulations and practices.Responsibilities:Maintaining Facility, Equipment, and Systems:

• Assists with performing testing, inspection, implementation and maintenance of equipment, systems and structures
• Performs assigned preventative maintenance on equipment (i.e., compressors, vac pumps, exhaust fans, air handlers, vents, fan coil units, water coolers, refrigerators, ice machines, etc.) in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Performs minor repairs and replacements, including replacing light bulbs and fire extinguishers, as requested/necessary
• Ensures that parking areas, walkways, stairways, entry ways or other high traffic areas are safe and clear of debris, leaves, snow/ice or other items that may prevent hazards to patients and customers. This may involve picking up trash, removing trash/debris, sweeping, blowing leaves/snow, or power washing as appropriate to the area
• Receives and distributes materials throughout the facility
• Performs the moving of items within/between locations and from/to storage, including furniture, equipment, and files
• May perform daily rounds to provide service, repair and maintenance on transport equipment, wheel chairs; TVs, nurse call systems; medical gas outlets, alarm panels and zone valve locations and other equipment as assigned
• May repair or replace faulty or damaged mechanical, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, and boiler equipment. Repairs leaking connections, fittings, couplings and fixtures, faucets, washers, seats, stems and valves; replaces spigots, faucets and valves; unstops obstructed plumbing lines and fixtures
• May repair overhead paging systems; consults with customers on the operation and repair of non-life support patient equipment.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required
• Performs safety checks to comply with regulatory codes

Qualifications:Education:

• Some High School or Equivalent is required
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

License/Certification:

• Valid driver’s license

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in general building maintenance, basic grounds keeping, and/or within a specific trade (carpenter, electrical, HVAC, plumbing) preferred

Competencies:

• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment

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