Maintenance Mechanic

UT Health East Texas; Quitman (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Quitman, TX is seeking a day shift, full-time Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team. You will support routine maintenance, assist skilled technicians, and help ensure a safe, functional healthcare environment for patients and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS include a High School Diploma or Equivalent and at least one year of general mechanic or building maintenance experience. You will collaborate with other departments, respond to requests, and help with minor repairs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least one year of general mechanic or building maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists skilled maintenance workers.
• Performs simple repairs on electrical equipment and machinery and minor repairs to facilities including painting, plastering, carpentry and plumbing.
• Communicates effectively with personnel from other departments, medical staff, patients and co-workers while performing duties.

Skills

General maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Maintenance Technician in Quitman, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Quitman offers 25 private rooms, a 24-hour Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center, surgical suites, advanced diagnostics, swing bed care, cardiopulmonary rehab, on-site physician clinics, and a sleep lab.

Responsibilities

• Assists skilled maintenance workers.
• May perform simple repairs on electrical equipment and machinery or minor repairs to the facilities including painting, plastering, carpentry and plumbing.
• Effectively communicates with personnel of other departments, medical staff, patients and co-
• employees while performing duties.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One (1) year of general mechanic or building maintenance experience.