Associate Maintenance Engineer - West Valley Hospital

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics • Dallas, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Maintenance Engineer supports the reliability and efficiency of Salem Health’s hospital infrastructure. With limited supervision, this role performs routine and complex repairs, installations, and modifications to hospital equipment and buildings; completes maintenance according to manufacturer specifications and hospital standards; and responds to emergencies involving systems and equipment. The engineer also documents maintenance and operational records, communicates about maintenance requests, monitors supplies, and helps maintain a clean and safe work environment. The position works collaboratively with facilities colleagues and department leadership in a healthcare environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; higher-level education may be accepted in lieu of this requirement.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and eligibility for authorization under Salem Health’s Fleet Safety Program policy within three months of hire, with authorization maintained thereafter.
• At least four years of building and equipment maintenance or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor and complex repairs, installations, and modifications to hospital equipment and buildings with limited supervision.
• Complete assigned maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and hospital standards.
• Perform watch-standing activities on physical buildings and hospital equipment.
• Respond to and resolve emergency situations involving systems and equipment.
• Accurately document maintenance and operational records in the electronic maintenance management system.
• Communicate pertinent information about maintenance requests to customers, co-workers, and leadership in a timely manner.
• Monitor and order facilities maintenance supplies as needed.
• Participate in department committees and decision-making activities.
• Assist with training as requested.
• Provide assistance to co-workers and department leads as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and safe, including picking up debris at work sites and surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Clear career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED