Hospital Facilities Mechanic I

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Mechanic I to perform facility and equipment maintenance on the main campus and off-site facilities.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical and mechanical equipment, reading blueprints, and responding to maintenance calls for HVAC, water lines, and other systems. The role requires high school diploma or equivalent with preference for 3 years in building trades such as plumbing, refrigeration, or electrical work.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years preferred in two or more building crafts such as plumbing, refrigeration, electrical work, or HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility and equipment maintenance at the hospital’s main campus and off-site facilities.
• Inspect electrical and mechanical equipment for malfunctions and clean components.
• Install electrical circuits and piping for water and drain lines; read and use blueprints.
• Respond to maintenance calls for issues like blocked drains, ice machines, HVAC units, and similar problems.
• Change oil in compressors, replace air filters, clean cooling towers, and inspect wheels, beds, and furniture for repair.
• Make rounds to ensure Life Safety Code compliance and document tasks accurately.
• Assist Mechanic II’s when requested.

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Mechanic I to perform facility and equipment maintenance on the main campus and off-site facilities.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical and mechanical equipment, reading blueprints, and responding to maintenance calls for HVAC, water lines, and other systems. The role requires high school diploma or equivalent with preference for 3 years in building trades such as plumbing, refrigeration, or electrical work.