Maintenance Mechanic

Parkland Health; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health System seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform basic repair, preventive maintenance, and documentation across facilities. You will handle routine work orders, use power and hand tools, solder copper pipe, and communicate effectively with staff.

The role requires basic safety knowledge, capability in plumbing and electrical maintenance, and the ability to read drawings and manuals. Physical stamina is essential for climbing ladders and lifting heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate basic safety procedures.
• Basic plumbing and electrical maintenance knowledge, incl. lighting and equipment maintenance.
• Basic skill with power and hand tools.
• Basic soldering of copper pipe.
• Effective written and oral communication with staff.
• Ability to read sketches, drawings, and manuals.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and routine repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance tasks across Parkland Health System.
• Address department/customer facility issues promptly and efficiently.
• Own assigned tasks and ensure completion with customer satisfaction.
• Assist staff with equipment repair and usage, sharing manuals and information as needed.
• Stay updated on maintenance trends by training and reading relevant publications.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Maintain positive relationships with management, patients, staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Adhere to applicable rules, regulations, and internal controls.

Skills

Safety procedures

Plumbing maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Tools handling

Soldering copper pipe

Written communication

Reading sketches/drawings

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Work schedule: On-site / Full-Time

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for basic and routine repair, preventive maintenance tasks, and maintenance documentation on various equipment throughout Parkland Health System, to ensure all equipment is safe and operational.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Two years of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work preferred.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• None.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• None.

Prefer a trade school certification

• None.

Required Tests for Placement

• None.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of proper safety procedures.

• Must possess a basic working knowledge of plumbing maintenance and electrical maintenance - to include lighting and equipment maintenance.

• Must be able to demonstrate basic skill in the proper use of power and hand tools.

• Must be able to demonstrate basic skills in soldering copper pipe.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with department and Hospital personnel both orally and in writing.

• Must be able to read and interpret sketches, drawings, and technical instruction manuals.

• Must have basic computer skills.

• Must be physically able to lift heavy loads, walk, stand for extended periods, and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for basic and routine repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance work orders throughout the Parkland Health & Hospital System to ensure that all mechanical equipment is safe and operational.

• Performs work requests to ensure that department/area customer’s facility issues and needs are addressed in a timely and quick manner.

• Takes ‘ownership’ of assigned tasks that effectively and positively represents the Facilities/Engineering Services department and ensures completion of work requests and ensures customer satisfaction.

• Assists other Parkland staff with use and repair of equipment. Serves as a resource person, while providing literature and information in order to assist other personnel with the repair and use of mechanical equipment and machinery.

• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the repair and preventative maintenance field by attending inhouse seminars and workshops, and reading professional journals and internal publications in order to improve professional knowledge. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and missions of the assigned department and Parkland Health & Hospital System.

• Maintains a positive working relationship with job related contacts, such as management, patients, employees, contractors, and vendors in order to improve overall departmental and area performance and to ensure that all job contacts are pleasant and productive.

• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the assigned department. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Accountabilities

• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.