Maintenance Mechanic I - FT, Days

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Mechanic I. The role involves learning operations for movable equipment, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic tube systems, with opportunities to advance as you gain skills.

Emphasis on safety, quality work, and strong customer service within a large hospital campus. The position supports 40-hour weeks, with a focus on proper tool use and maintenance across Mercy facilities.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; basic knowledge required in electrical, plumbing, and movable equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; 2+ years of technical/vocational training.
• Must have valid driver’s license; basic math and reading of manuals.
• Experience or ability to learn to troubleshoot hospital equipment.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn operations for movable equipment, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic tube systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot systems on large hospital campuses.
• Ensure a safe working environment and support Environment of Care at Mercy.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with teams.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years technical or vocational training

Tools

Outlook

TMS

Nuvolo

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

This is an entry level position requiring basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and movable equipment. It is recommended that incumbents attend one or two years of trade school to prepare them for advancement opportunities. The Maintenance Mechanic I position will allow the incumbent to learn operations for moveable equipment, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic tube systems. The position will also allow an opportunity to learn proper use of basic tools and equipment necessary to maintain and troubleshoot these systems. This position will support large hospital campuses. Utilizes exceptional customer service and communication skills. The purpose of this position is to ensure a safe working environment and support an exceptional Environment of Care for Mercy.

Position Details

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Non-Clinical Support
• Facility Services
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR269750

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

This is an entry level position requiring basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and movable equipment. It is recommended that incumbents attend one or two years of trade school to prepare them for advancement opportunities. The Maintenance Mechanic I position will allow the incumbent to learn operations for moveable equipment, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic tube systems. The position will also allow an opportunity to learn proper use of basic tools and equipment necessary to maintain and troubleshoot these systems. This position will support large hospital campuses. Utilizes exceptional customer service and communication skills. The purpose of this position is to ensure a safe working environment and support an exceptional Environment of Care for Mercy.

Position Details

Location

Mercy Hospital Southeast

1701 Lacey Street

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education: None

Licensure: Must maintain a valid drivers license

Experience: This is an entry level position requiring basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and movable equipment.

Certification/Registration

Other Skills and Knowledge:

• Requires oral and written communication skills to communicate with customers and follow instructions.
• Verbal ability required to read and understand technical manuals.
• Numerical ability required to make calculations for testing, installation, measurement, estimation and repair of equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments, conceptualize and formulate finished product.
• Form perception is required when measuring and installing parts and equipment.
• Spatial ability required to understand forms and relationships when working from blueprints or specifications.
• Requires knowledge and use of various computer software such as Outlook, TMS and/or Nuvolo.
• Ability to manage time and materials efficiently. Completes work assignments in a high-quality manner and the lowest cost to Mercy.
• Requires exceptional customer service skills and ability to achieve department goals.
• Incumbent must achieve favorable results on both oral and written competency exam prior to advancing to Maintenance Mechanic II.
• Requires general manual dexterity, basic math knowledge, and mechanical aptitude.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, electric shock, and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 2 or more years of training in a Technical or Vocational School.

Licensure: Electrical and/or Plumbing

Experience: 1 or more years working as a maintenance technician in a healthcare, educational, or industrial setting.

Certification/Registration: ASSE 6040 training for medical gas maintenance

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.