University of Miami
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet .
Maintenance Lead
The University of Miami/UHealth department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Maintenance Lead to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. 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.
Core Responsibilities
Monitors maintenance schedules to assure tasks are performed in a timely manner.
Oversees tools and parts inventories.
Examines facility conditions to determine whether repairs, services or installations are needed.
Inspects completed work to verify performance standards and repair requirements.
Keeps detailed logs on major components and work orders.
Department Specific Functions
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, serve 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 devices and equipment to include switches, motors, controls, light fixtures, etc.
Good understanding of HVAC equipment, heating, cooling systems, pumps, switches, thermostats, humidistat, and other related equipment.
Checks operated fire pumps, and generators.
Good understanding on how to perform minor plumbing repairs, repairs leaks, repairs or replaces plumbing fixtures, minor soldering and brazing. Unstop drains, checks boilers, water, gas, and sewer lines.
Works closely and communicates well with the Supervisor to stay informed and maximize productivity.
Complete understanding of the cleaning process/procedure for air handler unit coils; prepares the area to prevent water leaking out to the exterior of the unit.
Lubricates non-sealed bearings, replaces or cleans filters.
Keeps daily logs on major components up to date.
Knowledge of how to test emergency generators.
Knowledge of the correct method of preparing equipment being painted and applying paint to equipment.
Knows when to contact the appropriate Supervisor when the nature of the work is beyond his or her capability, then assists with the completion of the work required.
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
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
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.
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.
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 for additional information.
The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.
The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride.
The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.
The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.
Transforming lives
With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.
The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
#J-18808-Ljbffr