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Geisinger

Maintenance Mechanic I

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A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.

$51,161 / year median in Pennsylvania

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary ​Provides general carpentry and painting to maintain, repair and renovate the physical structure. Provides basic HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing services to efficiently operate facilities and equipment. Tests, monitors and operates equipment/chemicals for water supply. Removes snow using various types of equipment. Provides assistance to maintain grounds, as required. Job Duties Performs general carpentry in support of alterations and renovations. Performs masonry tasks when necessary. Installs dry wall, floor and ceiling systems. Prepares all surfaces with joint compound, caulking and sanding. Removes hardware and other items. Places masking tape and drop cloths to protect surfaces. Sets up scaffold and ladders for safe usage. Applies paints, stains and varnishes to various surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray guns. Returns finished area to working order. Uses and maintains equipment for snow removal. Equipment may include truck-mounted snow plow, tractor-mounted snow plow, snow throwers, shovels, brooms, etc. Checks fluid levels. Performs minor equipment repairs when necessary. Performs preventive maintenance and equipment checks, including: fire extinguishers, air filter cleaning and changes, belt changes and lubrication of rotating equipment. Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components. Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures, domestic water piping and equipment, and steam piping and distribution equipment including valves and radiators Installs, maintains and repairs sanitary drains, sewers, holding tanks and sewage pumps. Installs, maintains and repairs electrical conduits, raceways, wires and cables and circuit breakers for the supply of electrical power. Runs computer and other non-protected cables. Replaces light bulbs and lamps as required. Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components. ​ ​​ Work is typically performed in a warehouse/maintenance or office environment; may require performance of work within clinical areas. Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Frequently required to reach above head, bend, push, pull, stoop and kneel. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Position Details Keep our hospital running safely and smoothly! Join our Facilities team as a Maintenance Mechanic I and put your hands‑on skills to work supporting repairs, renovations, and essential building systems at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. From repairs to snow removal to building system support, this role is essential to creating a safe and dependable environment for patients and staff. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required) Experience Minimum of 3 years-Skilled labor (Required) Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS
We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE
We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING
We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION
We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY:
We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.