Maintenance Mechanic - Facilities Maintenance

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Total Rewards program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for an evening shift. This full-time role involves preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable operations across the healthcare environment.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing equipment such as pumps, motors, conveyors, and automated doors, with support for electrical and plumbing tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical training and 1 year hands on job related experience in repair of stationary or mobile equipment required.
• Must have customer service skills and strong communication skills; and have initiative, ingenuity and drive to keep abreast of constantly changing technology.
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and computer knowledge.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments; and use basic mathematics equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must pass a written test and hands on skills demonstration with a minimum passing score of 75%.

Responsibilities

• Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of mechanical equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshooting and repair of motors, pumps, compressors, conveyors, automated doors, and related equipment.
• Minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and welding repairs.
• Emergency response and support for facility operations and building systems.
• Use of diagnostic equipment, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Collaboration with contractors and internal departments on maintenance projects.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic - Facilities Maintenance

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Evening
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour Hours:4:00p - 12:30a

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on a wide variety of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations throughout the healthcare environment. Diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains equipment including pumps, motors, compressors, conveyor systems, automated doors, natural gas engines, and other stationary mechanical equipment. Responds to routine service requests, facility emergencies, and critical operational issues while following established safety policies and procedures.

This role performs minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and welding-related repairs; utilizes diagnostic tools, meters, gauges, blueprints, and schematics to identify and resolve equipment malfunctions; supports specialized systems and equipment; collaborates with contractors and internal trades; and assists in maintaining uninterrupted facility operations in support of patient care and organizational objectives.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of mechanical equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshooting and repair of motors, pumps, compressors, conveyors, automated doors, and related equipment.
• Minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and welding repairs.
• Emergency response and support for facility operations and building systems.
• Use of diagnostic equipment, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Collaboration with contractors and internal departments on maintenance projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical training and 1 year hands on job related experience in repair of stationary or mobile equipment required.
• Must have customer service skills and strong communication skills; and have initiative, ingenuity and drive to keep abreast of constantly changing technology.
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and computer knowledge.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions; Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments; and use basic mathematics equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must pass a written test and hands on skills demonstration with a minimum passing score of 75%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Five (5) years experience in mechanical repairs, including electrical and plumbing trades is preferred.
• Operation of tractors, forklifts, bucket trucks, high lifts and other types of equipment preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

You take care of them. We'll take care of you. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.