General Mechanic - Hospital Maintenance - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 38,090; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust educational assistance programs

Generous paid time off

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a skilled mechanic to ensure optimal functioning and safety in a fast-paced environment. The role involves preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and responding to emergency requests. Ideal candidates will possess technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer service. Join a mission-driven organization that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with hospital-specific equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor, routine maintenance and repairs on building structures.
• Receive, manage, and complete work orders using maintenance software.
• Respond to urgent repair requests and equipment breakdowns.
• Adhere to health, safety, and compliance regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with staff and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Basic technical knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems

Attention to detail

Customer service commitment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $17.00 - $27.65 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

Are you a skilled mechanic ready to play a crucial role in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment? Join the UAB Facilities Hospital Maintenance team and help ensure the optimal functioning and safety of our facility. This position is vital to hospital operations, involving preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and rapid response to emergency requests to minimize the impact on patient services. The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and a deep commitment to customer service.

Key Responsibilities & Attributes

• Preventative & General Repair: Performs minor, routine maintenance and repairs on building structures, furnishings, and general equipment. This includes tasks such as replacing ceiling tiles, maintaining and replacing fire extinguishers, and performing other general repairs.
• Work Order Management (FSI): Efficiently receives, manages, and completes work orders using the computerized maintenance software (FSI). This includes providing status updates and closing out work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining detailed, accurate service records.
• Emergency Response: Serves as a first responder to urgent repair requests and equipment breakdowns, ensuring swift resolution.
• Basic Technical Knowledge: A basic working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems is helpful for diagnosis and support, even though specialized tradespeople manage major work. Familiarity with hospital‑specific equipment is a plus.
• Safety & Compliance: Prioritizes the well‑being of all personnel and visitors by adhering to all health, safety, and compliance regulations. Attends required departmental safety meetings and other meetings/training. Completes mandatory training in a timely manner.
• Communication & Professionalism: Effectively coordinates with staff and maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with all personnel, patients, and visitors.
• Punctuality and Reliability: Given the critical nature of hospital operations, reliability and punctuality are crucial for maintaining service continuity.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds
• Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet
• Performing tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings in the hospital
• Working in confined spaces
• Working within extreme temperature ranges
• Ability to wear a respirator and self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.