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Maintenance Worker I - Offsites 7:30AM to 4:00PM

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
2014 Washington Street (Show on map)
May 19, 2025
Summary
Under general direction and according to established procedures and specific instructions, install, repairs or performs preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical or plumbing equipment and hospital systems

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Regularly installs, repairs, maintains and performs preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electric, electronic, plumbing and other hospital systems and equipment, according to established procedures and equipment specifications.

-Makes assigned or emergency repairs to equipment, medical center buildings, grounds, facilities, or systems, within specified time frames.

-When required, makes adjustments to the facility's heating plant to ensure proper operation of equipment and adequate steam distribution for sterilization and occupant comfort.

-Employs proper plant procedures to ensure the desired amount of heating and cooling, fuel efficiency, water levels, and chemical ratio.

-Makes scheduled tours of hospital facilities to inspect and monitor mechanical, plumbing, or electrical equipment in assigned areas, and takes necessary corrective action to ensure equipment is maintained in safe operating condition.

-Cleans, greases and lubricates equipment, changes filters, belts, and other replaceable parts as needed.

-As requested, performs routine plumbing work such as unclogging toilets, sinks, drain lines, and repairing or replacing faucets, shower heads, toilet seats, etc. Always uses the proper tools for the job.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
related experience in building maintenance 1-3 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and equipment specification; experience operating various power tools.
- Knowledge of equipment repair, installation.
- Preventative maintenance and knowledge of boilers preferred.

- Experience with MS Office and computers.



Physical Requirements
  • Standing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Walking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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