MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 2 - University of Washington

Req #: 238170 Department: HARBORVIEW - MAINTENANCE Posting Date: 10/18/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $4,747 - $6,302 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908\_a11y.pdf) **$3,000 Sign-on Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine** **Harborview Medical Center - Maintenance** has an outstanding opportunity to hire a **MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 2** . **WORK SCHEDULE** + 40 hours per week, Day Shift **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + The MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 2 is responsible for implementation and performance of preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and testing on all building equipment. + Be a part of a team dedicated to supporting UW Medicine where Patients Are First **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** - Operate machine shop equipment, including lathe, drill press, grinder milling machine, band saw, fans, air and vacuum compressors and motors. Use equipment to fabricate parts. - Preventative maintenance includes, but is not limited to; door hardware, plumbing fixtures and valves, air diffusers, shelving, taking pressure readings, replacing lamp and ballasts. - Light troubleshooting and repair on carpentry, paint, plaster, electrical, door hardware, plumbing and HVAC as required. - General cleaning of materials and equipment as needed. - Inspect and test electrical equipment, paint finishes, floor finishes, door hardware, cabinetry, nurse call equipment and light fixtures. - Possess and have the ability to understand hospital codes and replace as needed. - Identify issues proactively and troubleshoot problems on machinery and equipment in hospital. - Assist multiple shops with equipment and infrastructure test procedures including but not limited to infrared testing of HVAC, Machine, refrigeration and electrical equipment. - Assist with tracing of duct work, drain lines, gas piping, water piping and electrical circuits. - Report to lead to maintain efficiency of maintenance procedures. - Drive service truck. - Other duties as assigned, may perform work in other trade skills. **REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:** - Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a journey worker, OR full-journey status in a union; OR four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required. Examination Requirements: The examination (including written, E & T, and oral components) will consist of a scored evaluation of the applicant's experience in mechanical maintenance work; ability to perform demanding physical labor; knowledge of mechanical maintenance and repair techniques; ability to perform general mechanical maintenance and repair of buildings, machinery, and equipment. **ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER** As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center (HMC) is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally-and medically- vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW's School of Medicine. **ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER** UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. **Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities)** Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.