General Maintenance Technician

About This Job

Job Summary

The General Maintenance Technician maintains our facilities. Resourcefulness is a necessary skill. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to communicate with our users. Your goal is to ensure that our facilities run smoothly and efficiently and to assist in the day-to-day tasks.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Performing preventative maintenance.
• Handling basic repairs and maintenance.
• Overseeing contractors when professional repairs are necessary.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them.
• Repairing machines, equipment, or structures as necessary.
• Preparing drywall for paints and applying tape and texture to it.
• Coordinating with colleagues to provide support.
• Evaluating property for any damage and assisting in removing walls.
• Ensuring neat and clean work area always.
• Administering mixing of paints to obtain appropriate colour.
• Installing required signs on property.
• Reviewing equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Monitoring equipment inventory.
• Perform paint work when needed.

Requirements

• Electrical License A.
• Plumbing Certification.
• IT literacy certification.
• Proven maintenance experience performing routine maintenance.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.
• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogues, as necessary.
• Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices.
• Strong organisational and follow up skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interactive skills.
• Professional presentation and attitude; excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.

What’s in it for you

• Internal training programs and skill development initiatives
• Support with training and professional development
• Employee referral bonus incentive
• Complimentary daily Lunch
• Staff and family discounts on hospital services and fees
• Staff Discounts on products and services from our subsidiaries
• State-of-the-art equipment and technology