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Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Facilities Technician is responsible for the daily care and safety of the facility which they are assigned to. They will assure that all building systems are maintained and in good working condition, Cleanliness of the facility, the safety of the facility, contractor coordination (elevator, Fire alarm/protection, Security system, snow removal, landscaping, HVAC, Electrical, Etc.), lead construction projects, recommend to the Facility Director Building and system improvements. The Senior Facilities Technician will coordinate office/space changes; work with the local fire/police departments, and order supplies as needed to support their facilities and any other needs that there facilities require. They will be expected to handle emergency and security concerns on nights and weekends as needed (24/7).

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Monitor vendor performance to assure full compliance with standards established within the service agreement

+ Supervise maintenance contracts and programs relating to the conditions and appearance of the properties

+ Record and maintain work ticketing system in order to provide accurate and current assessment of facility management objectives

+ Oversee completion of capital improvements consistent with local codes and building standards to insure timely completion, cost control and employee/management satisfaction

+ Provide positive and prompt response to requests from management and employees

+ Assist with coordination of transportation of medical equipment and supplies between sites

+ Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work and assist in preparation of capital budgets

+ Estimate costs to repair machinery, equipment, or building structures

+ Adherence to Infection Control Guidelines set forth by CHC

+ Adherence to testing, schedules and maintenance intervals in accordance with joint commission and local, city and state regulatory requirements

+ Ensure that all of our facilities comply with Joint Commission (JCAHO) rules and regulations

+ Strictly follow CHC’s exposure control plan which outlines the protective measures CHC takes to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to blood and potentially infectious materials

+ Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventive maintenance actions

+ Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary

+ Maintain specialized equipment or machinery located at CHC Facilities

+ Order parts, supplies, or equipment from catalogs or suppliers

+ Paint windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures.

+ Support grounds keeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal

+ Maintain exam room counters, benches, partitions, or other wooden structures

+ Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Associates Degree or Trade License preferred

+ Minimum 5 years’ experience in building maintenance

+ Minimum 5 years’ experience with power tools and measurement instruments in the performance of various electrical & mechanical repairs, troubleshooting & fabrication tasks

+ Working knowledge of at least two of the following trades

+ carpentry, masonry, plumbing, heating, electrical, HVAC and plumbing and ground care

+ Must be capable of working in a team environment consisting of employees and outside contractors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

+ 40 hour/week with emergency calls and 24 hour on-call assignment. Availability for irregular work schedules, required.

+ Physical labor required, equivalent to construction labor, ability to lift 80 lbs., climb ladders, should have no restrictions.

+ Some heavy lifting and considerable moving of equipment required.

+ Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments, and shop environments.

+ Potentially exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

+ This position may interface with patients, family members, vendors and leadership within the organization.

CONFIDENTIALITY

+ Personal Health information is kept in strict confidence. Confidentiality of patient and business information is a requirement. Full access to patient medical records and encounter data. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.

Organization Information:

The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.

Location:

Community Health Center of Stamford - 5th Street

City:

Stamford

State:

Connecticut

Time Type:

Full time

MWHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.