Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.   

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Mechanic is under direct supervision of the Supervisor, Plant Maintenance and guided by the Lead Maintenance Mechanic, the Maintenance Mechanic applies a thorough knowledge of general maintenance fundamentals to perform several job duties which include; Constructs, finishes, installs, maintains and repairs equipment, systems and facilities related to any craft or combination of same, using power and hand tools.  Cleans, lubricates, services, repairs and diagnoses malfunctions of various facilities equipment.  Adjusts and repairs on location such items as furniture, beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, laundry and dietary equipment etc.  Performs construction and renovation work indoors or outdoors using building materials of cement, concrete block, steel, wood, etc.  May be required to install, repair and maintain systems relating to plumbing, steam fitting and boiler equipment.  Performs a variety of crafts including; carpentry, welding, painting, electrical work, sheet metal work, masonry, machinists work etc.  Utilizes appropriate safety equipment when necessary.  May be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime and off hours without advanced notice if needed.  Is required to respond to emergency situations during or after normal working hours.

Qualifications

High School graduate or High School equivalency diploma and one year of advanced trade school or three years experience in maintenance field required. Familiarity with tools, methods of many trades and knowledge of building and safety codes.  Incumbent must be intelligent, verbal, have good motor coordination, and have good dexterity.