Job Information
HCA Healthcare Lead Maintenance Technician in San Antonio, Texas
Description
Introduction
Do you have the career opportunities as a Lead Maintenance Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Benefits
Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Lead Maintenance Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications
A Lead Maintenance Technician will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned facilities, areas and equipment to include plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, painting, heating and cooling and other building systems.
The Lead Maintenance Technician will also serve as the lead position in mentoring and guiding the Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Apprentices. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of maintenance procedures, thorough knowledge of basic hand and power tools and exhibit an ability to lead others. Lead Maintenance Technicians must be capable of troubleshooting more complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing issues with exceptional communication and organizational skills. Lead Maintenance Technicians will lead others by example.
Major Responsibilities:
Operations
Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings or nights.
Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing issues, good time management skills and an attention to detail.
Professional presentation and attitude with the ability to accentuate customer service through strong organizational skills and follow up.
Ability to maintain focus while working individually as well as leading work and task-based supervision of others.
Ability to reference facility blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
Implement the tasks set forth in preventative maintenance procedures as assigned in the CMMS system either directly or through assignment to others.
Promptly able to respond, assess and complete corrective work request that are logged in the CMMS system.
Maintaining inventory records for equipment and supplies as required.
Ability to plan and schedule repairs within the day to day operations of the hospital environment.
Ability to complete minor building component repair work that does not require a specialized technician including repairing doors, locks, door frames and handles, patch and repair work for walls and touch up painting, etc.
Ability to complete minor electrical repair work including bulb replacement, ballast swaps, fixture replacement, switch or outlet swap outs, inspecting control panels, minor wiring problems, diagnosis of power losses at outlet or equipment level, etc.
Ability to complete minor plumbing tasks including unclogging drains, fixing leaking faucets, replacing flush valves, etc.
Ability to complete minor HVAC tasks including diagnosis of hot/cold calls, basic preventative maintenance, filter replacements, etc.
Ability to complete daily readings on boilers, chillers, medical gas skids and other infrastructure equipment.
Ability to install ICRA barriers with supervision.
Ability to complete normal cleanup duties including sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, etc.
Ability to use various basic hand and power tools
Quality
Ability to evaluate systems or components to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
Ability to collaborate with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments and delegate assignments based on team members’ skills and experience.
Ability to assist team members with technical issues or advanced troubleshooting.
Conduct periodic quality checks on building systems and components to ensure functional operability.
Maintain appearances and functionality of areas assigned.
Implement the tasks set forth in preventative maintenance procedures as assigned in the CMMS system either through direct task completion or assignment to others.
Promptly able to respond, assess and complete corrective work request that are logged in the CMMS system.
Maintaining inventory records for equipment and supplies as required.
Ability to plan and schedule repairs within the day to day operations of the hospital environment.
Service
Maintain open lines of communication with all areas and departments assigned to ensure customers are aware of maintenance requests that have been entered as well as maintenance activities currently in progress.
Input relevant work into CMMS system for tracking and trending by management team.
Taking inventory of maintenance parts and supplies and notifying relevant persons of low or depleted items.
People
Ability to follow instructions and supervision from manager or supervisor.
Ability to oversee and lead other Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Apprentice’s by example.
Ability to address minor discipline problems with team members but refers more serious cases to Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
Ability to communicate successfully with all levels of the organization.
Growth
Works with manager or supervisor and peers to develop and determine work habits and practices for optimal upkeep of the building and it’s components
Continual development through training and learning on the job, to provide upward mobility in the future.
Finance
Ability to provide guidance, direction, and instructions to Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Apprentices so that their labor hours are used efficiently for the facility.
Ability to manage both labor and materials wisely as work is performed throughout the facility
Other
Performs other duties as assigned.
Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.”
Education & Experience:
High School Graduate / GED required
5 years relevant maintenance work experience in a healthcare setting required, or relevant maintenance work experience with 1 year supervising or leadership skills in a healthcare setting, or 2-year certificate or other vocational training in a building trade, building maintenance technology or relevant field
Electrical Maintenance License, or Journeyman Electrician must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.
As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Maintenance Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.