Requirements:
- High school or vocational school diploma or GED.
- Licensed with the State of Michigan as a Master Plumber and State of Michigan Contractor, or hold comparable licenses from another recognized organization and be able to obtain State of Michigan licenses within 6 months of employment. Certified by the State of Michigan or another recognized organization to Test and Repair Backflow Prevention Devices and possess Calibrated tools, or certified in another state and be able to obtain Michigan certification within 6 months of employment.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license without restriction affecting performance of job responsibilities.
- Minimum of five years of demonstrated ability in healthcare engineering and maintenance or food processing licensed facility engineering and maintenance, or ten years of demonstrated ability in commercial building maintenance or construction. Plumbing diploma, associate degree program or other advanced mechanical training, preferred. Will also consider service in Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in plumbing or related field.
- Valid EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 1 Year of employment.
- Valid Boiler Operator’s License through a recognized independent licensing entity, municipality, state or federal agency or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 2 Years of employment.
- MECH Senior Health Care Mechanic Certification or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 30 Months of employment.
- Able to read and comprehend at an advanced level of understanding construction drawings and specifications, owner and operator manuals, etc. Able to write and draw advanced level construction drawings and specifications. Advanced understanding and maintain current understanding with all aspects of the Michigan Plumbing Code that apply to the facilities, maintain an advanced familiarity and understanding of all plumbing equipment, installations and systems within the facilities.
- Able to verbally communicate fluently with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization. Must be able to effectively communicate, read and construct written communications in English.
- Able to work independently, in support of other technicians, and as a team. Able to prioritize, schedule and effectively conduct work.
- Able to successfully mentor and train others.
- Able to effectively use a computer, tablet, and other technology devices to conduct research on internal and external resources, utilize the department computerized maintenance management system, communicate via email and text messaging, receive and schedule calendar appointments, receive electronic training and receive and respond to alerts from multiple building and equipment management systems, etc.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills and experience.
- Intermediate familiarity and understanding of electrical equipment, power distribution and lighting, heating and cooling equipment and systems, and general carpentry and painting.
- Able to perform duties with minimal or no supervision.