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Health Center Mechanic, BPFLC

Role overview

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate with 4-5 years comparable experience
  • Ability to read blueprints and complete accurate measurements
  • Current class 3 driver’s license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • Knowledge of appropriate building/safety codes and requirements

Responsibilities

  • Perform full interior and exterior maintenance of the building and surrounding property
  • Conduct routine mechanical and electrical testing, repairs, and preventive maintenance
  • Ensure sufficient levels and operational availability of supplies and equipment
  • Oversee safety and security systems to ensure proper functionality

Key facts

Other skills

  • Computer Literacy
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management

About the company

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Brigham and Women's Hospital

Hospitals & Health Care

Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH name is a reflection of our history. In 1980 three of Boston’s oldest and most prestigious Harvard Medical School teaching hospitals - the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, the Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and the Boston Hospital for Women – merged to form Brigham and Women’s Hospital. As a national leader in improving health care quality and safety, we have helped to develop some of the industry’s best practices including computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to prevent medication errors. The CPOE is now a nationally-accepted safety practice. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually. BWH is a training ground for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. We have 1,100 trainees in over 140 of the most sought after training programs in the world, and also host Harvard Medical School students in rotations throughout our programs. As our global health services expand, our clinical trainees have rich opportunities to contribute and learn in challenging environments around the world. Brigham and Women's Hospital is an EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer.

Company details

IndustryHospitals & Health Care
Company size10001

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Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


 

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Operations Supervisor, responsible for full interior and exterior maintenance of 27,000 sq. foot building and surrounding property. This includes the performance of mechanical and electrical testing, repairs and routine preventive maintenance of equipment and facility systems such as plumbing, lighting, HVAC, etc. and maintains logs and inventory of repair parts needed. Performs carpentry, painting, plastering along with light housekeeping, landscaping and other tasks required for routine upkeep.
Also responsible for ensuring sufficient levels, and operational availability and efficiency of supplies and equipment to ensure a smooth and effective system of support to patient care. Oversees safety and security systems to ensure proper functionality.

Responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of lab specimens, medications, immunizations, and interoffice correspondence for Brookside, Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center and South Huntington facilities.


 

Qualifications

Properly maintains grounds and building exterior to meet appropriate standards in appearance and maintenance, providing clean, safe access and walkways for staff and patients.  Removes all hazards due to snow, ice or disrepair through snow shoveling and/or ice removal and maintains oversight of necessary repairs to driveway, building exterior, etc.

Responsible for proper collection and disposal of contaminated trash throughout the health center according to established hospital policy and the maintenance of safe and protected systems for disposal of contaminated materials and sharps.

Performs routine facility mechanic support and a variety of general mechanical maintenance duties that includes:

-Carpentry work such as repairs to interiors, installing shelves, mounting bulletin boards, furniture repair, installation of bumper rails in areas of heavy traffic etc. Uses hand and power tools such as hammers, drills, saws, and sanders.

-Routine plumbing work such as repair of leaking faucets, unplugging drains, replacing washers, etc.  Reads and interprets blueprints (pipe drawings) for various information such as size and location.

-Painting to include the application of paint, plaster, stain, or varnish to furnishings as well as interior and exterior surfaces of facility by use of brush, roller or spray compressor using proper technique for preparation, and maintaining proper standards for safety and cleanliness.

-Provides routine electrical/mechanical maintenance that includes changing light bulbs, and identifies and repairs frayed wiring, loose ceiling tiles, faulty door closing mechanisms and any other facility needs.

-Establishes and managed preventive maintenance programs and on-going monitoring for all systems. 

Works with CBRE when appropriate for larger projects/repeairs and all electrical installations

Using on-line ordering systems, places timely and comprehensive orders for routine and special-order supplies, in response to requests from clinical directors, to ensure sufficient supplies and equipment availability. Maintains par level inventory of central supply within the health center. 

Performs preventive maintenance on equipment, including both clinical and information systems, conducting routine and special reviews and testing to ensure that all are working properly and safely.  Performs minor repair involving necessary disassembly removal and replacement or repair of defective parts and re-assembly. Maintains comprehensive logs of routine reviews and documentation of upkeep and repairs.

Responsible for oversight of safety systems throughout health center, through established monthly safety checks and reporting in a timely basis and provides routine on-going maintenance of such systems.  These include emergency lighting, exit signs, fire extinguishers and fire alarm/ suppression systems. Completes routine and special reports and maintains appropriate records. Brings any problems to supervisor’s immediate attention and takes action to seek assistance that result in correcting problems or issues as needed.


Participates in planning activity and development of solutions to specific problems.  Independently assesses building operational problems and, if necessary, contacts appropriate skilled trades person for additional expertise keeping supervisor informed.

Provides coverage to other operational staff, especially to driver, as necessary, and performs additional

tasks assigned.

                Tasks include:

Responsible for organizing and coordinating all transportation supports to meet center-wide needs. 

  • Transportation of all BCHC, SJPHC and South Huntington lab specimens to appropriate drop off points including BWH, Boston Medical Center, State Laboratory, ensuring safe/secure care of materials and prevention of any damage.

  • Timely delivery of pharmaceuticals and medications from BWH as well as Department of Public Health and Boston Public Health Commission, maintaining proper temperature control in appropriate storage/transport containers.

  • Distributes mail from BWH for various points at BCHC, SJPHC and South Huntington as well as distribution of  BCHC, SJPHC and South Huntington outgoing mail to various BWH departments, and mail room, ensuring safe/timely delivery.

  • Picks up MBTA-passes last Thursday of each month.

  • Responsible for periodic delivery of special contracts and grants to various outside organizations, ensuring timely delivery to protect funding, etc.

  • Conducts weekly preventive maintenance checks, and periodic washing/cleaning on BCHC vehicle. Services vehicle as needed.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Advance Technical training preferred; High School Graduate with 4-5 years comparable experience required.

Ability to read, write and perform simple arithmetic calculations and to read blueprints and complete accurate measurements essential to position. Strong computer skills, experience and knowledge required.

Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.

Requires a current class 3 driver’s license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and demonstrated safe driving record.

Knowledge of appropriate building/safety codes and requirements.

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Walking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


 

Remote Type

Onsite


 

Work Location

3297 Washington Street


 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32


 

Employee Type

Regular


 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)



 

Pay Range

$25.26 - $36.12/Hourly


 

Grade

3


 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


 

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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