Mechanical Systems Mechanic I

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

2d•$36 - $37

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Mechanical Systems Mechanic I position is to perform a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement of machinery, mechanical equipment and systems, and when assigned to shifts, responded and takes action on all skilled trade calls. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers, and mechanics of other skilled trades.

Requirements

Technical school diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge required. Five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and installation of mechanical systems/equipment in an industrial, education, and/or health care setting.
Sound knowledge of blue print and schematic reading is required, as is thorough knowledge of all applicable (local, state and national) codes.
Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Nice To Haves

CFC Certification, Blue Seal Refrigerant, or New Jersey Black Seal High Pressure Engineer’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates, maintains repairs and installs specialized and complex machinery including, but not limited to pumps, compressors, air moving/distribution equipment, motors, heat exchanges, valves, pneumatic systems and regulators.
Responds to mechanical trouble calls and requests within the facilities, using hand tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and inspections on mechanical equipment and related equipment/system. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to; controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and medical air/gas systems.
Prepares, maintains and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for materials, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining to mechanical equipment systems.
Interprets data from the power plant, mechanical systems, control systems, energy management systems and shift log, taking action, and making the Supervisor, Maintenance and construction aware of the appropriate action taken, when necessary.