Maintenance Mechanic

Lifepoint Health • Sylva, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic supports safe, reliable hospital operations by performing routine repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety testing of facility equipment and critical utility systems. This entry-level role works closely with the Facilities Engineer and team to respond to daily maintenance needs, maintain accurate records, and help ensure a safe and dependable environment for patients, staff, and visitors. As the Maintenance Mechanic, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. The Harris Regional Hospital Facilities Department is committed to maintaining a safe, reliable, and well-functioning environment for patients, visitors, staff, and providers. Our team supports hospital operations through preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and monitoring of critical building systems and utilities. We work closely with hospital departments, clinical teams, and external service partners to address facility needs, maintain regulatory and safety standards, and ensure the hospital environment remains dependable and supportive of high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of facility maintenance experience preferred; healthcare or hospital maintenance experience is a plus.
• Strong critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess situations, troubleshoot problems, make sound decisions, and take appropriate action.
• Ability to recognize maintenance issues, evaluate potential solutions, and resolve problems safely and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage assignments, and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment while responding appropriately to unexpected situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with the Facilities team, Facilities Engineer, and hospital departments to support daily operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• healthcare or hospital maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting to help ensure hospital equipment, building systems, and utility systems operate safely and reliably for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and required operational and safety testing of critical utility systems, including emergency generators, backflow prevention, water chemistry, alarms, steam traps, and electrical equipment.
• Perform monthly generator testing and assist with maintaining critical hospital utility systems to support continuity of operations, regulatory requirements, and patient safety.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment—including building control systems, electrical testing equipment, airflow hoods, and water-testing tools—to identify problems and support timely, effective repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, labor time, parts used, equipment asset numbers, test results, and repair details in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Assess maintenance needs, recognize and prioritize problems, complete assignments efficiently, and manage daily responsibilities with minimal supervision while supporting department priorities.
• Work closely with the Facilities Engineer and department leadership to meet daily operational needs while applying skills in areas such as HVAC, plumbing, or electrical and supporting departmental initiatives.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

What This Job Offers

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