Mechanical Maintenance Mechanic I

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs maintenance, installation and repair work on mechanical systems, equipment and components. This work is performed under general supervision and using the tools and techniques of mechanical technology.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Education:

2. Knowledge:

3. Skills:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Successful completion of formal training in a mechanical trade program at an approved vocational or technical school, college, or apprenticeship sponsor organization.

Specialized training in at least one mechanical technology such as sterilizers, hospital beds, pumps and compressors.

Knowledge of mechanical theory, techniques, codes, procedures and materials.

Knowledge of safety rules, procedures and practices, including the proper use of safety equipment as defined by OSHA and industry standards.

Applies mechanical and safety knowledge indicated herein.

Safely uses tools and equipment indicated herein.

Ability to solve problems and manage information indicated herein.

Requires proficient written and verbal English communication skills, at least on an high school graduate level, to interact with departmental/JHM staff.

Identifies and avoids hazards as indicated by warning labels, signage, lights and other warning devices.

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Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Mechanic 1

1. Required Licensure, Certification, etc.:

2. Work Experience:

3. Machines, Tools, Equipment:

DIMENSIONS:
A. Budget Responsibility:

JHH JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs work within reasonable lengths of time as measured against trade, industry or engineered standards.

Johns Hopkins Hospital Certification 5 years related work experience.

The full-time equivalent spent in an approved program may count toward the 5-year work experience requirement.

All types of tools and equipment normally used in the mechanical trade, including specialized equipment such as metal lathes, and powered portable, bench and hand tools (such as drills, grinders, compressed air), as well as non-powered hand tools.

Requisitions inhouse stock items.

Requests non-stock items for purchase subject to supervisor approval.

Recommends purchase of tools, materials and supply stock to supervisor.

Amounts vary and are usually charged to departmental cost center, but may be subsequently allocated otherwise.

Effectively uses resources within control.

Makes decisions based on trade practices and supervisor direction as appropriate for the scope of this position.

Recommends and participates in departmental mechanical operations development, improvement, and implementation as it relates to current/anticipated workload.

1. Authority / Decision-Making:

2. Supervisory Responsibility:

Trains peer and lower level positions as directed by supervisor.