What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, day shift. Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! You will help ensure efficient and safe facilities for our patients.
We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to:
- Perform preventative maintenance, routine inspections and minor repair work at University Hospital.
- Complete general maintenance duties, including, replacement of light bulbs and ballasts, general carpentry, painting, drywall, wallcovering repair, repairing locks, basic electrical, and light duty plumbing (as required) to keep sites in effective working order.
- Quickly respond to system and equipment failures while having a strong focus on customer service.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED Required
Work Experience
- 1 year of basic maintenance or repair-related experience Required
- Experience with HVAC, electrical, carpentry, plumbing and mechanical systems, concepts and techniques. Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Valid driver's license Required
- If position requires driving a company vehicle, the following requirements apply:
* Must be 21 years of age to drive a UW Health Fleet vehicle and must be 25 years of age to drive a UW Health vehicle rated for 15 or more passengers.
* Ability to be insured by Hospital's risk management insurer which requires (1) a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and (2) successfully passing a driving background check.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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