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Maintenance Lead

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Maintenance Lead to work at The Rosenstiel Medical Science Building. The Maintenance Lead is responsible for the appearance, safety and functionality of the mechanical spaces that they service. The Maintenance Lead is responsible for supervising employees as well as serving as the primary contact for designated vendors. The Maintenance Lead assigns and coordinates the activities of skilled trades, and custodial or grounds workers engaged in the maintenance and repair of equipment, structures, utility systems, buildings, and grounds to ensure a productive workforce that supports the assigned facilities’ maintenance needs.

• Administers and maintains the Facilities Maintenance Program (TMA) and all preventive maintenance procedures throughout his/her area of responsibility.

• Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment in accordance with established procedures and frequencies.

• Assists in identifying and resolving equipment problems. • Completes and maintains necessary documentation and reports for compliance.

• Work with outside authorities to monitor compliance with regulations pertaining to the organization’s facility; when compliance issues are identified, serves as the lead staff member to resolve any issues.

• Adheres to company policies as it relates to employee safety, enforces safety regulations, and always provides appropriate PPEs.

• Assists in training staff on the hospital’s mechanical equipment.

• Motivates supervisees to achieve goals through supervision, coaching, goal setting, and training.

• Assist with staff orientation related to facility operations for new employees assigned to his/ her crew.

• Complete knowledge of electrical devises and equipment to include, switches, motors, controls, lighting fixtures, etc.

• Good understanding of HVAC equipment, heating, cooling systems, pumps, switches, thermostats, humidistat, and other related equipment.

• Checks/operated fire pumps, generators.

• Good understanding on how to perform minor plumbing repairs, repairs leaks, repairs or replaces plumbing fixtures, minor soldering and brazing. Unstops drains, checks boilers, and water, gas and sewer lines

• Works closely/ communicates well with Supervisor to stay informed and maximize productivity.

• Complete understanding of the cleaning process/ procedure for air handler units coils; prepares the area to prevent water leaking out to the exterior of the unit.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Three years of experience in the routine maintenance and repair of building equipment and systems components utilizing several building trades’ skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

• The individual must possess valid motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the State prior to appointment.

• The person must maintain such valid license during tenure of employment.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H7