Maintenance Mechanic

Children's Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium coverage after 3 years

401k match 4–10%

Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption reimbursement

Job summary

Children's Health in Plano, TX is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to read blueprints and perform preventive maintenance on electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems. You will respond to service requests, troubleshoot issues, and assist other maintenance staff to ensure patient and facility safety.

The role requires 1 year of related experience or vocational/technical education, with 3 years preferred, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, and maintenance specifications.
• Performs minor routine and preventive maintenance on electrical, plumbing, HVAC and building systems.
• Assists other maintenance staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and test hospital plan equipment and life/safety systems (fire extinguishers, detectors, doors, dampers, etc.).
• Perform HVAC inspections and minor repairs on unit ventilators, thermostats, grilles, plenums, and related components.
• Assist Electricians with duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Maintenance Mechanic

Department: Engineering

Location: Plano, TX

Shift: Rotating shift, 1st week 3days and 2nd week 4 days from 5:30A-6P with rotating weekend

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. Performs minor routine and preventive maintenance to include operating, cleaning, inspecting, adjusting, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, etc. , on electrical and mechanical equipment, plumbing systems and fixtures , and building structures and furnishings. May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in the completion of their work to include Electricians, HVAC Mechanics, Plumbers, Carpenters, Masons, Painters, Sheet Metal workers, etc. Responds to request for service from building occupants to include emergencies, hot and cold calls, lighting problems, plumbing problems, minor installations, repairs, adjustments, etc. Performs electrical, plumbing and HVAC tasks up to and including to following: troubleshoot/replace switches, receptacles and ballasts. Plunge toilets, remove P-traps and use snake machines. Adjust door closures and other door hardware. Change ceiling tiles, repair sheetrock, replace carpet/tile, and other general maintenance as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and/or test hospital plan equipment and life/safety and casualty prevention systems such ad fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, fire doors and dampers, sprinkler system, panic hardware, medical gas systems, and hospital beds, carts, stretchers, wheel chairs, exam tables, operating tables, etc.
• Perform inspections, minor repairs and replacements on room or space Heating Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC) equipment such as cabinet or unit ventilators (to include filters, hot and chilled water coils, belts cabinets and drains, damper, motors frills, fans, etc. ), unit heaters exhaust fans induction and radiation units, room or space thermostats, supply and return grills and plenums, missing boxes, terminal reheat units, variable air volume, units, etc. Assist Plant Operators wit their duties and responsibilities
• Perform inspections, maintenance, minor repairs, and replacements on electrical equipment of 277 volts or less, such as incandescent and florescent lighting systems, electrical receptacles, switches, battery powered lights (emergency ) and equipment, exit lights and directional signs, small electric motors, electrical appliances, powered housekeeping equipment hand dryers, etc. Assists Electricians with their duties and responsibilities.
• Perform inspections, minor repairs and replacements on building structures and furnishings such as ceiling tiles, wallboard, plastered walls, resilient floor tiles, carpeting, lighting systems, painted surfaces, wall coverings, internal and external doors and door hardware, ceramic tile walls and floors, windows and window glazing room furnishings, blinds, drapery, hardware, wall mounted fixtures and dispensers an other similar equipment. Perform the duties and responsibilities support other positions within Engineering as skills and experiences permit
• React to emergencies and serve as a one person department during evenings and weekends.

Work Experience

• At least 1 year related experience, or vocational or technical education Required
• At least 3 years related experience Preferred

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or GED Required
• Required Training/Hours Pref Completion of accredited post secondary vocational or technical school in related field

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.