Maintenance Mechanic 40E

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain various systems in hospital-owned properties. The role involves physically demanding tasks and requires proficiency in English, along with prior maintenance experience. Candidates must be prepared for emergency calls and diverse working conditions.

Qualifications

• Two years of general maintenance experience required.
• Must possess a valid Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical equipment.
• Performs other maintenance activities and assists all trades.

Skills

English

Education

High School or Vocational School

Job description

Job Summary: The Maintenance Mechanic repairs and maintains mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical equipment as needed in all hospital-owned property. Performs other maintenance activities and assists all trades in conjunction with construction.

Specifications: Graduation from high school or vocational school; two years of general maintenance experience. One month of on-the-job training is required to learn the location of equipment, supplies, and the hospital layout. Must possess a valid Medical Card. Proficient in the English language. The position is physically demanding, often requiring heavy lifting and working outside normal hours, including emergency calls. Working conditions may at times be extremely hot, cold, dirty, or wet. Some exposure to major hazards and considerable exposure to minor hazards.

About Care New England Health System (CNE): Care New England and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, along with our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and developing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in important health discussions.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees must conduct themselves in accordance with the ethical standards of the organization, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.

WIH Internal Posting Period: 5/14 - 5/23/2025