Entry-Level Maintenance Engineer for Hospital Ops

Merit Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health in Jackson, MS, invites applications for an entry-level Maintenance Engineer I to support hospital operations. The role involves basic maintenance across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and hospital equipment, under supervision, ensuring safety and reliability of building systems.

The ideal candidate has Technical School training and 1–2 years in healthcare facilities; strong teamwork and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Technical School or formal training in facility maintenance or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or related roles in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
• Familiarity with hospital equipment and healthcare regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and performs basic repairs on mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems and hospital equipment.
• Responds promptly to work requests or trouble calls with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Performs routine inspections to identify problems and address safety hazards in line with healthcare standards.
• Ensures maintenance work complies with Joint Commission standards and local codes.
• Maintains records of maintenance tasks, work orders, and hours worked.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

HVAC basics

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Technical School or formal training in facility maintenance

Healthcare facilities experience (1-2 years)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Merit Health in Jackson, MS, invites applications for an entry-level Maintenance Engineer I to support hospital operations. The role involves basic maintenance across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and hospital equipment, under supervision, ensuring safety and reliability of building systems.

The ideal candidate has Technical School training and 1–2 years in healthcare facilities; strong teamwork and adherence to safety regulations.