Facility systems tech lll

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Fort Smith seeks a skilled Facility Systems Tech III to maintain and repair complex building systems in hospitals and clinics. You will handle HVAC, boiler, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing tasks with minimal supervision while prioritizing safety and reliability.

Applicants should have 4+ years of facility maintenance experience in healthcare, EPA certification, and licensure within the required timeframes. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial experience with HVAC, boilers, and refrigeration equipment.
• EPA Universal Certification required within 12 months.
• High Pressure Boiler Operator license required/licensure within 1 year (Arkansas).
• NFPA 80 familiarity and fire door inspection training encouraged.
• Excellent communication and ability to follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair HVAC, boilers, refrigeration, and associated systems.
• Respond to equipment issues with minimal supervision and ensure safe operations.
• Perform electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks as needed for facility upkeep.
• Prioritize work, manage materials, and document maintenance in systems.
• Provide exceptional customer service to hospital staff and patients.

Skills

HVAC

Boilers

Refrigeration

Electrical

Plumbing

Control systems

Customer service

Blueprints

Time management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training (2+ years)

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

Outlook

TMS

Nuvolo

Job description

This is a highly skilled position requiring advanced knowledge of boiler, HVAC, refrigeration, electrical distribution, control system maintenance and operation, plumbing, electricity, carpentry, and painting. The skills required for this position will allow the incumbent to resolve repair issues independently with little to no supervision. The position will support small and midsize hospitals, critical access hospitals, small inpatient/outpatient facilities, and clinics. The Facility Systems Technician provides the necessary skill to operate, maintain, and repair various electrical/plumbing systems, movable equipment, physical plant equipment, furniture, walls, ceilings, and floors. Utilizes exceptional customer service and communication skills. The purpose of this position is to ensure a safe working environment and support an exceptional Environment of Care for Mercy.

Position Details

Facility Systems Tech III

Full Time - Days

Mercy - Fort Smith

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education: None

Licensure

• Valid Drivers License for all Mercy locations
• Mercy Arkansas Hospitals require High Pressure Boiler Operators License administered by Arkansas Dept. of Labor and Licensing where boilers are installed. Incumbents must have license. New hires must obtain licensure within 1 year of employment.
• Mercy Hospital OKC requires Class III Boiler Operator's License administered by Oklahoma Dept. of Labor where boilers are installed. Incumbents must have license. New hires must obtain licensure within 90 days of employment.
• Class C Tank Operator Training and Certification required for all Mercy locations. Must achieve certification within 90 days of employment.
• Fire door maintenance training program with certificate of completion. Incumbents must have training. New hires will be required to complete training within 90 days of employment.
• UL fire stop training with certificate of completion. Incumbents must have training. New hires will be required to complete training within 90 days of employment.

Experience: 4 or more years commercial experience working with HVAC, boilers, and refrigeration equipment.

Certification/Registration

• EPA Universal Certification as required by 40CFR, Part 82, Subpart F for all Mercy locations. Must achieve certification within 12 months of employment.

Other Skills And Knowledge

• Requires oral and written communication skills to communicate with customers and follow instructions.
• Verbal ability required to read and understand technical manuals.
• Numerical ability required to make calculations for testing, installation, measurement, estimation and repair of equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments, conceptualize and formulate finished product.
• Form perception is required when measuring and installing parts and equipment.
• Spatial ability required to understand forms and relationships when working from blueprints or specifications.
• Requires knowledge and use of various computer software such as Outlook, TMS and/or Nuvolo.
• Ability to manage time and materials efficiently. Completes work assignments in a high-quality manner and the lowest cost to Mercy.
• Requires exceptional customer service skills and ability to achieve department goals.
• Requires general manual dexterity, basic math knowledge, and mechanical aptitude.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, electric shock, and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 2 or more years of training in a Technical or Vocational School.

Licensure: Boiler, HVAC, or Refrigeration. Electrical and/or Plumbing.

Experience: 5 or more years working in a facility maintenance position within a healthcare environment

Certification/Registration: Prefer training in NFPA 80 regulations for fire door inspection and maintenance.

Prefer training in UL standards for fire stopping.

ASSE 6040 training for medical gas maintenance

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.