Maintenance Mechanic - Full Time
About The Position
Responsible for light maintenance, repair, and cleaning tasks performed safely and professionally. The Maintenance Mechanic helps keep the facility safe and running smoothly by performing general repairs and maintenance, troubleshooting problems, and maintaining an efficient work environment. Duties may vary depending on facility size and can include work on mechanical and stationary systems, boiler operations, campus grounds, and outdoor areas. The role requires extra precautions in patient and resident care areas, including keeping tools out of children’s reach. The mechanic works independently with minimal supervision, follows corporate and facility policies and dress code, and may be required to work on call as needed or directed by the department.
Requirements
- Basic mechanical knowledge and competence using hand tools, meters, measuring devices, and gauges.
- Ability to explain conditions and situations accurately while troubleshooting.
- Ability to understand written and verbal communications; good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work all shifts and hours as scheduled.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes, specifications, and ordinances.
- Must comply with corporate and facility policies and dress code.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Trade school or vocational school preferred.
- At least two years of experience in building systems preferred.
- Ability to work from blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals is helpful.
- Depending on location, a valid driver’s license and good driving record may be required.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and general maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, HVAC, and bed repair and maintenance.
- Troubleshoot issues and accurately explain conditions, situations, and solutions.
- Read and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Maintain a safe and efficient work environment and take extra precautions in patient and resident care areas.
- Keep tools out of the reach of children.
- Depending on facility size, install and maintain mechanical and stationary systems, including boiler operations.
- Perform outdoor maintenance and help maintain campus grounds.
- Perform light cleaning tasks.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Work on call as needed or as directed by the department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
