Trades Helper

St. Luke's Trades Helper

The Trades Helper performs scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs throughout the interior and exterior structure of the hospital.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assisting the Engineering Department with maintaining equipment and structure throughout the hospital.
• Work with maintenance technicians and trade technicians to gain experience through observation and assisting team members.
• Performs preventative maintenance as assigned in all mechanical rooms and roofs throughout the campus.
• Work with the management team in establishing new preventative maintenance routines.
• Communicates and works directly with management personnel and the Engineering team. Maintains good public relations by responding professionally to the hospital needs.
• Uses hand, power, and technical related tools.
• Complete jobs thoroughly and accurately in a timely manner.
• Cooperates with other departments and work groups.
• Works independently, in a safe and appropriate manner. Demonstrates both problem solving and prevention skills equal to the expected level of responsibility to their jobs.
• Completes assignments within the allotted time, taking into consideration the needs of patients, customers, and client.
• Works carefully and precisely, with attention to detail.
• Organizes and delivers service in the proper order. Displays good organizational skills and utilizes resources appropriately.
• Performs duties with initiative and willingness. Shares necessary information with coworkers when appropriate or needed.
• Remains composed in stressful situations and takes action to restore calm if job appropriate.
• Be a member of the security alert and disaster response teams.
• Assist with other security duties as required.
• Performs work in accordance with local, state, and national code compliance in his / her zone and reports violations directly to the supervisory and management personnel in Engineering. Uses hand, power, and technical related tools and test equipment.
• Treats other with consideration, courtesy, and respect.
• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network / Entity as well as the proper release of information.
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient, and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
• Demonstrates / models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate : Clinical Care / Outcomes, Customer / Service Improvement, Operational System / Process, and Safety.
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices. Accurately documents task completing utilizing computerized maintenance management system.
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Physical and Sensory Requirements :

Requires standing for up to eight (8) hours per day, walking for up to four (4) hours per day, and sitting for extended periods of up to two (2) hours. Lifting loads of up to 60 lbs. and pushing loads of up to 300 lbs. Bending, crouching, reaching, twisting, climbing (stairs and ladders), and manual dexterity to complete tasks. Seeing as it relates to normal vision, and hearing as it relates to normal hearing.

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent certificate (G.E.D.) required.

Training and Experience :

Two years experience in one for more trades found in the Engineering Department preferred. Technical school certification may be substituted for up to 18 months experience. Approved technical school certifications include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Carpentry, Masonry, or Electronics.

Must have and maintain valid Pa or NJ Driver's License accepted by the Network insurance carrier and good driving record. Must obey and adhere to all motor vehicle regulations and law while operating hospital vehicles.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and / or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.