Maintenance Mechanic I

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in West Chester is seeking a facilities maintenance assistant to support basic building, mechanical, piping, HVAC, electrical and control systems tasks under supervision. The role offers steady daytime hours with weekend rotation.

You will assist skilled technicians, perform routine inspections, replace filters, lubricate moving parts, handle minor plumbing and electrical work, and help prepare classrooms and outdoor areas for operations, ensuring safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• 0–1 year of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist MII and MIII mechanics with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Replace filters on HVAC systems.
• Lubricate motors, bearings, and moving parts.
• Perform minor plumbing such as faucet washers and toilets.
• Handle minor electrical tasks like bulb changes and fixture repairs.
• Conduct daily inspection rounds and document maintenance tasks.
• Maintain clean and organized mechanical spaces.
• Assist with snow removal and grounds-related tasks as needed.
• Respond to emergency safety issues as required.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Troubleshooting

Safety

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Equivalent Experience

0-1 years

Tools

Basic hand tools

HVAC tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

Monday through Friday 7am-3:30pm, weekend commitment is every 8 weeks.

• Learning, assisting, and performing basic facility-building, mechanical, piping, HVAC, electrical and control systems tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist MII and MIII mechanics with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs
• Replace filters on HVAC systems
• Lubricate motors, bearings, and moving parts
• Minor plumbing (e.g., replacing faucet washers, plunging toilets)
• Minor electrical (e.g., Changing light bulbs, minor fixture repairs, breaker resets)
• Use of basic hand tools and power tools safely.
• Daily inspection rounds (under supervision)
• Basic documentation of maintenance tasks
• Minor carpentry and painting
• Keeps mechanical rooms clean & clutter free.
• Snow removal / rock salting
• Classroom set ups. Cleans & maintains outside drains of leaves, snow & other debris for the proper operation & adequate drainage.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns/ flooding, fire response team, major leaks, etc.
• Performs grounds-related functions as may be required for the purpose of preserving grounds in a healthy, attractive and safe condition.
• Other minor troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs which match skillsets based on the "On-The Job" (OJT) training progression.

Credentials

• Driver's License (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience:
• And 0-1 years

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.