Facility Systems Technician, Full Time Days

Mercy; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Entry-Level Facility Systems Technician I to learn and perform operations for HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical systems in hospital facilities. You will learn safe work practices, regulatory requirements, and proper use of tools while supporting Mercy's Environment of Care.

This role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and attention to safety, with opportunities to advance as you gain certifications and experience in healthcare maintenance settings.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with basic knowledge of boiler, HVAC, refrigeration, control system maintenance and operation.
• 1+ years commercial experience preferred in HVAC, boilers, or refrigeration equipment.
• Requires valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Mercy locations.
• EPA approved Universal Certification for refrigerants preferred; NFPA 80 & UL fire stopping training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and related systems.
• Learn proper use of basic tools and equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure a safe working environment and support an exceptional Environment of Care.
• Provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with hospital staff and managers.

Skills

HVAC

Refrigeration

Electrical

Plumbing

Safety procedures

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/Vocational training

Tools

Outlook

TMS

Nuvolo

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

This is an entry-level position requiring basic knowledge of boiler, HVAC, refrigeration, control system maintenance and operation, plumbing, electricity, carpentry, and painting. It is recommended that incumbents attend one or two years of trade school to prepare them for advancement opportunities. The Facility Systems Technician I position will allow the incumbent to learn operations for HVAC, refrigeration systems, plumbing, electricity, work practices, safety procedures, and become familiar with the respective equipment regulatory requirements. This position will also provide an opportunity to learn proper use of basic tools and equipment necessary to maintain and troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems. This position will support small and mid-size 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.

Shift: 7:00am-3:30pm

Minimum Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Valid Drivers License for all Mercy locations
• 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 prior to advancing to Facility Systems Technician II.
• UL fire stop training with certificate of completion. Incumbents must have training prior to advancing to Facility Systems Technician II.

Experience

This is an entry-level position with a preference of 1 or more years commercial experience working with any of the following equipment: HVAC, boilers, and refrigeration equipment.

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.
• Incumbent must achieve favorable results on both oral and written competency exam prior to advancing to Facility Systems Technician II.
• 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: 1 or more years working as a maintenance technician in a healthcare, educational, or industrial setting.
• Certification/Registration: EPA approved Universal Certification for handling Refrigerants
• Must be trained to NFPA 80 regulations for fire door inspection and maintenance.
• Must be trained to 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.