Facilities Mechanic

JPS Health Network; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Health Network in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Facilities Mechanic to maintain and repair district facilities, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC systems. The role requires performing urgent and routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and space modifications while adhering to safety codes and hospital standards.

You will inspect equipment, document inspections, assist with renovations, respond to service requests, and operate tools safely.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Mechanical Maintenance, Building Maintenance or Plant Operations training program or technical school.
• 3+ years of building maintenance mechanic experience with general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair across building systems.
• OR High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• 5+ years of building maintenance mechanic experience with general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair across building systems.
• OR 7+ years of building maintenance mechanic experience with general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair across building systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs urgent corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all hospital structures and complies with safety codes.
• Maintains records of inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Education

Maintenance training or technical school

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Who We Are JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Why JPS?

We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:

1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence. 2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity. 3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!

SUPPORT SERVICES - FACILITIES, TRANS, POLICE

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Job Category:

Support Services

Location:

John Peter Smith Hospital

Shift Worked:

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Facilities Mechanic is responsible for all activities necessary for the timely maintenance and repair of the district facilities. This position requires numerous trades including but not limited to: painting, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:

• Performs urgent corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of electrical, mechanical and plumbing system as required; applies an understanding of the hospital needs as well as the operational and safety limitations of building systems and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties to all physical structures of the hospital and complies with all building safety codes, to include facility equipment and associated controls.
• Maintains routine records of all inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs performed on any equipment or system.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment in the work area. Clean up after each job and properly store items and/or test equipment. Exhibit an awareness of safety requirements and practice in everyday tasks.
• Performs manual duties as requested (i.e., moving supplies or furniture, removing trash or scrap material).
• Troubleshoots and repairs building systems and equipment, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, doors, locks, lighting, and other facility infrastructure components.
• Responds promptly to service requests, emergency calls, and equipment failures to minimize disruptions to patient care and hospital operations.
• Assists with facility renovations, construction projects, equipment installations, and space modifications in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and hospital requirements.
• Inspects facility equipment and building components to identify potential maintenance issues, safety hazards, or code compliance concerns and recommends corrective actions.
• Operates and utilizes hand tools, power tools, testing instruments, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively while adhering to departmental policies and safety procedures.
• Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner to reflect the highest integrity of the Facilities Engineering Department. Maintain an awareness of the sensitive and critical uses for the item being worked on.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• One of the following qualification groupings is required for this position as indicated below:
• Completion of an accredited Mechanical Maintenance, Building Maintenance or Plant Operations training program or technical school.
• 3 plus years of building maintenance mechanic experience; to include a mix of general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair work across building systems.
• OR
• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• 5 plus years of building maintenance mechanic experience; to include a mix of general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair work across building systems.
• OR
• 7 plus years of building maintenance mechanic experience; to include a mix of general maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair work across building systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 plus years of experience with building maintenance in healthcare facility.

Location Address: 1500 S. Main Street Fort Worth, Texas, 76104 United States

Job Title:

Facilities Mechanic

Requisition Number:

46930

Employment Type:

Full Time

Division:

SUPPORT SERVICES - FACILITIES, TRANS, POLICE

Hours Worked:

Shift Worked: