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ChristianaCare is looking for a full-time Laundry Mechanic II in Newark, Delaware to safely operate, maintain, and repair equipment associated with the on-site Textiles Operation through timely and efficient preventive maintenance and repairs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responds to equipment issues returning the equipment to normal operating conditions as soon as possible.

Inspect, maintain, repair, install, and replace various textiles equipment and control systems.

Maintain and repair pump systems, steam systems, pneumatic control equipment.

Maintain and repair electro-mechanical conveyance systems and their associated controls.

Maintain and repair hydraulic equipment, components, and their associated controls.

Maintain and repair electric motor driven equipment and associated electrical control components.

Completes preventive maintenance and repairs in a safe efficient manner.

Maintain adequate spare parts inventory based on historical factors and manufacturer’s recommendations.

Identify potential equipment issues and develop repair or replacement strategies.

Maintains preventive maintenance program and completes corrective maintenance.

Provide instruction to operations staff on proper and safe equipment use as needed.

Maintain positive work relationships with co-workers, managers, vendors, and contractors.

Participate in scheduled in-service, training programs, shop meeting, and other activities required to gain information and instruction on equipment operation and other topics.

Perform assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Completes all mandatory education requirements.

Perform other related duties as required.

Hours: Rotating shifts

Education and Experience Requirements:

High School or Vo-Tech graduate

Minimum four years of experience maintaining electric or mechanical equipment.

Previous experience in production or textiles maintenance desired.

Journeyman Certification preferred.

Physical demands:

Potential to work in wet areas. Work routinely requires prolonged standing, considerable walking, lifting and carrying of items up to 75 pounds in weight, stooping, crawling, and working off ladders, working overhead and occasionally at heights of up to 30 feet, use of powered man lifts and other industrial powered equipment, and laying under equipment for repairs.

Working conditions:

Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, chemical odors, lint/dust, and loud noises. Potential to work with high pressure, hot fluids, and hot surfaces. Potential exposure to sharp instruments and biologically contaminated linen. Elevated temperatures at times and minimal exposure to outdoor environments.

ChristianaCare Offers:

• Collaborative and team focused environment
• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b)
• Generous paid time off
• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/