Maintenance Mechanic (Non-Certified)

Guthrie County Hospital • Guthrie Center, IA

90d

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic repairs and maintains hospital buildings, grounds, systems, and equipment through corrective and preventive maintenance to support safe and effective operations. The position requires rotating call and involves inspections, testing, repairs, and upkeep of the hospital’s physical plant, including boilers, generators, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and grounds. The mechanic also responds to work orders, coordinates with vendors and contractors as needed, and performs facility projects and related duties. The role requires maintaining patient and organizational confidentiality and professional standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One-year certificate from a college or technical school, or three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and correctly interpret manufacturers’ specifications for equipment operation and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electricity, electronics, and related areas.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, inspect, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of buildings, equipment, systems, and grounds.
• Operate, maintain, and test boilers.
• Observe, test, and log data from meters, generators, and gauges.
• Perform safety tests on electrical lighting, emergency generators, alarm and communication systems, medical equipment, and HVAC systems; take appropriate action to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain records of hospital systems and schedules, including preventive maintenance.
• Inspect equipment regularly according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Analyze and perform equipment and facility repairs while following safety procedures.
• Repair or replace equipment and parts, or coordinate with outside contractors as needed.
• Repair plumbing, electrical, and HVAC problems.
• Maintain the hospital’s physical plant, grounds, and equipment and ensure safe access to the facility.
• Perform basic grounds maintenance, including snow removal, mowing, yard work, and painting.
• Check chillers and HVAC units.
• Respond to work orders and other requests, completing assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Empty the X-ray biohazard container weekly, move biohazard boxes to the garage for storage, and attach pickup tags as appropriate.
• Paint patient rooms and complete special projects and new construction work as needed.
• Help set up rooms for meetings.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner, dependability, and timely work performance; pursue relevant professional growth and performance improvement.
• Follow HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality of patient, employee, and organizational records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Professional development packages, including shared governance committees, tuition reimbursement, and education/licensure assistance.
• Competitive compensation.
• For benefit-eligible positions: generous paid time off, a full benefits package, IPERS, and employee discounts for GCH and Clinic services.
• Free fitness center membership, discounted personal training, discounted meals, and an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

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