Work in Iowa Manufacturing Jobs

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Full time

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Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Mechanic performs facility-wide cleaning, semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, and repair to insure the safety and cleanliness of the organization’s internal/external infrastructure. This position also interacts on a daily basis with the Operations Manager, in addition to the Director, Environmental Services staff, other cleaning service personnel when applicable, maintenance and repair personnel, as well as persons served.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides leadership in the identification and resolution of maintenance and safety needs to meet applicable safety, licensing, and accreditation standards.

• Creates, maintains, and coordinatesall Prevention/Maintenance documents/schedules for House of Mercy.

• Establishes work schedules for ongoing maintenance of internal and external premises/grounds of the facility.

• Responsible for interaction with the Manager to coordinatedecisions and essential functions of the Environmental Services staff in providing timely/qualitative service.

• Provides training and teaching for Environmental Services staffas needed, demonstrating the proper use of chemicals and equipment.

• Ensures that all material data safety sheet (MSDS) information is current, up-to-date and accessible. Ensures adequate inventory of supplies, completing purchase orders, picking up supplies as needed, and recommending/taking action to ensure cost-effective service.

• Takes prompt action to complete various reports (e.g. Safety Checklists, etc.). Submits regular reports to Mercy’s Safety Committee on all safety findings/concerns.

• Coordinates the efforts of external maintenance personnel (plumbing, heating, cooling, extermination, elevator repair, etc.) when on site to ensure a quality living environment.

• Determines and corrects problems with a/c units, heaters, plumbing, electrical, etc. Responsible for minor remodeling projects including repair/replacement of flooring, ceiling/wall repairs, room/area remodeling, etc.

• Performs miscellaneous yard work, painting, carpentry, minor plumbing repairs and snow removal.

• Operates required vehicle(s) in a safe manner to perform required duties of the position.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organizes and coordinates projects for volunteers ensuring that their efforts are well structured and appropriately supported.

• Participates in House of Mercy’s Performance Quality Improvement Process when appropriate.

• Assists with ongoing upkeep and maintenance of playground surfaces.

• Moves furniture and equipment as needed.

• Picks up, sorts and transfers donations as needed.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), required.

• Two(2) years of experience in preventative maintenance and service work,required.

• Valid Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.

• Computer/data entry knowledge.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within thirty (30) days of employment.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran