Maintenance Mechanic

Trinity Health

21d • $23 - $31

About The Position

The Facilities Services Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) provides maintenance services and completes assigned work orders. The role performs a variety of skilled maintenance and trade activities involving plumbing, electrical work, HVAC and refrigeration systems, carpentry, alarms and building systems, including Direct Digital Control, the Pevco Tube System, fire systems, medical gas systems, generator systems, and computer monitoring systems. The mechanic responds to emergencies involving hospital mechanical systems, performs preventive maintenance and repairs, supports construction and renovation installations, and completes other duties as assigned. The position is full time on the night shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.; rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required as needed.

The work takes place primarily in an industrial setting, with occasional clinical-setting work. The role involves routine or potential exposure to blood and other bodily fluids, unpleasant physical conditions including high temperatures and seasonal outdoor weather, and situations that may cause moderate to serious injury or illness. Hazards may include hand and power tools, machinery, confined-space entry, and cleaning solutions.

Requirements

• High school graduation or recognized equivalent, plus formal trade or vocational school training or five years of related experience.
• At least five years of experience as a millwright, steamfitter, plumber, HVAC technician, or tradesperson in a commercial, industrial, or healthcare setting.
• Working knowledge of computer skills and Microsoft Outlook.
• Working knowledge of Building Management Systems and modern Nurse Call systems.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and prepare material takeoffs.
• Ability to use standard hand tools, machinery, equipment, and precision measuring tools.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Participation in orientation and continuing education to maintain knowledge and skills in areas of expertise.
• Annual completion of population-specific competency requirements for populations served, as identified in scope of care and service.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency response to hospital mechanical systems as required.
• Perform general plumbing and HVAC functions.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on utility systems.
• Support construction and renovation project installations as assigned.
• Clean maintenance areas and mechanical rooms.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and within established time frames.
• Perform general maintenance functions, including updating work orders and responding to service calls.
• Maintain working knowledge of and work with the DDC System, Pevco Tube System, Medical Gas Alarm Panels, and fire systems.
• Analyze blueprints, schematics, and drawings to determine efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
• Perform skilled trade work, including plumbing, painting, HVAC, and carpentry, to complete projects within established time frames.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems, including ice machines, coolers, and refrigerators.
• Maintain and operate power tools and equipment, including drain snakes, manual and portable pipe threaders, pro press tools, and drills.
• Install water and sanitary piping systems.
• Replace and rough in water closets, sinks, and showers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient and effective work-unit operations.
• Project a positive and professional image of self and the hospital.

What This Job Offers

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