Mechanic
Catholic Health•West Islip, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and inspecting building systems and equipment within the nursing home facility to ensure a safe, comfortable, and compliant environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and general repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, and facility equipment.
Requirements
- High School equivalent with shop courses required.
- Technical or vocational training in maintenance or mechanical systems preferred.
- Previous experience in healthcare, nursing home or industrial facilities preferred.
- Ability to lift, push and pull equipment and materials as needed.
- Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Must be able to complete light electrical and plumbing work.
- Knowledge of blueprints, hand tools, power tools and woodworking power tools required.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, infection control standards and nursing home polices.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and building systems.
- Monitor facility grounds and perform seasonal maintenance such as snow removal or salting when required.
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
- Conduct preventive maintenance according to scheduled programs.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records and work orders.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair situations.
- Report safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
