Maintenance Mechanic

Trinity Health • Athens, GA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic performs routine preventive maintenance and basic repairs on hospital building systems, equipment, and fixtures. The role responds to maintenance requests, helps senior mechanics with complex repairs, inspects facilities for safety hazards, and documents work in the hospital’s maintenance management system. Mechanics may work days, evenings, weekends, rotating shifts, or on-call as needed. The position requires following hospital safety, infection-control, PPE, and regulatory protocols, and supporting responses to facility emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in a maintenance field.
• Basic knowledge of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Strong customer service skills when interacting with hospital staff.
• Ability to lift and move equipment to typical maintenance standards.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends, or on-call as needed.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic HVAC/R systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, schematics, and regulatory documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to interact professionally with hospital staff, patients, and vendors.
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or adverse conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school or associate degree in HVAC/R or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and fixtures, including lighting, doors, plumbing, and HVAC filters.
• Respond promptly to basic maintenance requests from clinical and non-clinical departments.
• Assist senior mechanics with complex repairs involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and medical support systems.
• Perform minor repairs, such as replacing light bulbs, repairing wall fixtures, tightening hardware, and patching small surfaces.
• Inspect equipment and facilities to identify potential safety hazards or maintenance needs.
• Document work performed in the hospital’s maintenance management system.
• Follow hospital safety protocols, including infection control, PPE use, and regulatory compliance.
• Support emergency response efforts involving power outages, equipment failures, or facility incidents.
• Keep tools and work areas clean, safe, and organized.

Benefits

• Day 1 benefits with no waiting period.
• Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 403(b).
• Colleague Referral Program with opportunities to earn cash and prizes.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness options.
• Unlimited career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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