Maintenance Mechanic: Electrical, Plumbing & Carpentry

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Thomas E. Creek VA Health Care System Center in Amarillo, TX. The role involves maintenance, repair, and replacement across electrical, pipefitting, and carpentry trades within a hospital setting.

The incumbent will read blueprints and drawings, use specialized tools, and work a Friday–Monday night schedule. The job requires physical labor, including lifting and climbing, in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, pipefitting, or carpentry with blueprint or schematic reading.
• Ability to follow instructions and read specifications and drawings.
• Willingness to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks and work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Repair and install electrical systems from blueprints, wiring diagrams and manufacturers drawings.
• Disassemble, replace parts, clean and reassemble equipment as needed.
• Use test equipment such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and other measuring devices.
• Perform high‑pressure piping work and carpentry tasks as part of maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Electrical trade

Pipefitting

Carpentry

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Thomas E. Creek VA Health Care System Center in Amarillo, TX. The role involves maintenance, repair, and replacement across electrical, pipefitting, and carpentry trades within a hospital setting.

The incumbent will read blueprints and drawings, use specialized tools, and work a Friday–Monday night schedule. The job requires physical labor, including lifting and climbing, in a demanding environment.