Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.•Hazard, KY

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Mechanic installs, inspects, repairs, and maintains machinery and ensures electrical and mechanical equipment is in proper working order. The primary work location is the Hazard Clinic, but the position also supports projects and initiatives across multiple ARH locations as needed. Travel to various sites is required to provide project assistance, implementation support, training, and operational guidance based on organizational priorities and project demands. The role may include a specific assigned activity or work toward a formal apprenticeship in a trade such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical work, refrigeration mechanics, elevator mechanics, or plant operating engineering. Six months to one year of on-the-job training is required to attain proficiency in assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Mechanical-field background consisting of either one year of technical-school training in the mechanical field and one year of related experience, or three years of documented experience performing mechanical duties with previous employers.
Technical-school training must combine classroom instruction and shop experience and total at least 650 hours in a mechanical field.
Cooperative education programs providing on-the-job experience with business and industry may substitute for either work experience or shop experience requirements.
One year of mechanical experience is required with qualifying technical-school training, or three years of documented mechanical experience is required.
Six months to one year of on-the-job training is required to attain proficiency in assigned duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment, and maintenance practices.
Ability to perform mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
Ability to read and follow technical manuals, instructions, and safety procedures.
Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery used in mechanical maintenance.
Knowledge of workplace safety standards and practices.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, push, and pull; exert 50–100 pounds of force occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and/or 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical tasks related to the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and related equipment.
Ensure equipment operates in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
Select stock, tools, and supplies for assigned tasks.
Load and unload stock, tools, and supplies from vehicles and store them in assigned locations.
Read diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturers’ specifications to complete assigned tasks.
Complete sections of service requests, work requests, and/or project forms as directed.
May repair and maintain lawn and snow-moving equipment and operate that equipment.
May install and repair ceiling tile, floor tile, and base.
May relieve the plant operating engineer when needed after completing proper training and receiving instructions.
May assist with a specific activity or work toward a formal apprenticeship in plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical work, refrigeration mechanics, elevator mechanics, or plant operating engineering.
Travel to various sites to provide project assistance, implementation support, training, and operational guidance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.