BUILDING GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Building/Ground maintenance:  Performs a variety of duties working as directed by Building/Ground Maintenance Supervisor and/or Facility Manager to enhance the patients’ and employees’ experience at the Clinic.   Performs duties in a pleasant and courteous manner in adherence to the code of conduct and the PCMH principles, policies and procedures of the clinic.  This work involves maintaining and repairing stationary equipment and operating motorized equipment.   This position has varied hours for projects and building maintenance to include evening weekends and nights. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (with or without accommodations)

Building Maintenance:  Performs maintenance and repair work such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, ventilation, or heating. Repairs, seals, stripes, and performs preventative maintenance on the buildings.  Performs repairs, remodeling and painting projects. Repairs and replaces light fixtures and various electrical apparatus.

Grounds Maintenance:  Performs repairs on parking lots and sidewalks.  Landscapes, mows, trims grass, weeds plant beds waters plants, and cleans the grounds and parking areas.  Removes dirt, rubbish, and refuse from grounds.  Schedules the automatic sprinkler systems.

Management of Equipment/Furniture:  Moves furniture and makes repairs on furniture.  Assembles, installs, repairs, and maintains modular furniture systems. Order supplies and parts as needed.  Performs mechanical equipment inspections, maintenance and minor repairs. 

Documentation:  Maintains records of work orders and periodic required inspections, routine maintenance projects. Reports all safety, security and operational problems in writing by end of shift.  Presents recommendations in writing for changes that will enhance the environment for patients and employees.

Safety and Security and professional conduct:   Provides a safe and secure environment free of hazards in order to provide an optimal safety environment for patient care services within the scope of the Building/Ground Maintenance’s professional expertise.  Remains available for all building and maintenance projects and emergencies. Maintains a friendly and safe environment for self and others. Refrains from texting and speaking on cell phone while on duty. Will maintain the phone on mute to avoid hearing the ringing of personal cell phones.  Refrains from informal communications with patients and others.  Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with clinic leave policy and performs other duties assigned. Must always adhere to a professional appearance in dress and behavior/conduct. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with clinic leave policy and performs duties as assigned.

POSITION DIRECTLY SUPERVISED:  None

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (use of equipment, job related knowledge, language, etc.)

Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings. 

Knowledge of fire and safety regulations.

Knowledge of painting, landscaping and construction.

Knowledge in providing effective Customer Service on a daily basis.

Knowledge in the use of electronic mail.

Knowledge of basic computer office programs.(Word, Excel)

Knowledge of SC policies and procedures

Knowledge of PCMH policies and procedures.

Knowledge of PCMH model.

Skilled in the use of computer.

Skilled in the use of mechanical, hand and power tools and equipment.

Ability to read, write and spell accurately in English.

Ability to fully comply with the enhanced infection control requirement of the clinic.

Ability to maintain an effective and professional working relationship with the public and co-workers.

Able to climb ladders or scaffolding up to 30 feet, bend, stretch, stoop, squat, stand, sit, and lift.

Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Able to use a telephone and other office equipment. (Copier, Fax, Calculator, Scanner)

Ability to perform maintenance and to follow instructions, both verbal and written.

Ability to prepare records in accordance to detailed instructions.

Ability to recognize, evaluates, troubleshoot and correct errors.

Ability to communicate in English.

Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus.

Ability to maintain a safe, secure and positive work environment.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule.

Ability to maintain client and office confidentiality.

Ability to provide transportation to work sites and other agencies.

Ability to use proper personal protection equipment.

Ability to perform duties in a customer cooperative manner.

Ability to fully comply with the enhanced infection control requirements of the clinic.

Minimum qualifications/ certification/ licenses/ registrations required: High school or GED.   Must have two years’ work experience working with plumbing, carpentry, electricity, painting, general construction and/or remodeling or related field. Experience in working with the public. This position require an initial N95 mask fit testing and annual test fitting thereafter unless there is a significant change during the year that require retesting prior to the annual fit testing.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Requires the ability to work under emergency situations and among patients with serious illnesses or communicable diseases.  May be exposed to hazards from the use of electrical, electronic, mechanical, power equipment, chemicals and gases. Requires the absence of respiratory illness due to working with chemicals or solutions.

This position requires travel. Employee must provide transportation.  If employee operates a personal motor vehicle in the performance of their official duties, the employee must possess a current valid Texas driver’s license for the appropriate type of vehicle and Texas Liability insurance.  This position requires that an employee’s driving record be verified with law enforcement to ensure compliance with Su Clinica’s driving policy.

Due to the nature of Su Clinica services, it may be necessary for employees to work extended hours or other variations of the usual shift to ensure adequate care for patients and to maintain service to the community.