Maintenance Mechanic II

CentraState Healthcare System; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 0

Job summary

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic II to sustain and improve the CentraState Medical Center facility. The role covers a broad range of trades, emergency response, and preventive maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operations supporting patient care.

Requirements include at least five years of maintenance experience, NJ High Pressure Black Seal License (or within 6 months), and a valid driver's license, with strong reading and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five years as a Maintenance Mechanic, preferably in a healthcare institution.
• NJ High Pressure Black Seal License required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license required- subject to driving record review
• Ability to read, comprehend, and transmit complicated detailed instructions in writing and orally.
• Must have a demonstrated expertise in one trade required to meet the vacancy, comprehensive understanding of plant operation and skills in various trades including carpentry, painting, electrical, pluming, HVAC, and mechanical repairs.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and drills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Maintain logs following departmental guidelines.
• Identify system failures and troubleshoot to restore operation.
• Keep work areas clean and safe.
• Mentor and guide less experienced mechanics.
• Plan layouts and installations; fabricate materials as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance on medical vacuum and air pumps.
• Repair HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, and related equipment.
• Read blueprints accurately and complete work on time.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical & mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NJ High Pressure Black Seal License

Valid driver's license

Trade school or apprenticeship substitute

Tools

Power tools

Blueprint reading

HVAC systems

Electrical testing

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic II

Job ID: 2026-16978

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Location: CentraState Medical Center

Shift: Day

Work Schedule: 7A-3P

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace.

CentraState is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic. This role serves as a vital contributor to the overall upkeep, functionality, and safety of the facility. It involves a broad range of responsibilities that support daily operations, emergency readiness, and long-term infrastructure integrity, ensuring that CentraState's facilities operate smoothly and reliably to support the delivery of exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Promptly responds to all emergency calls and drills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Maintains accurate and complete logs following departmental guidelines.
• Makes constructive recommendations for modification of preventive maintenance system.
• Demonstrates ability to identify system failures and troubleshoot plant equipment in detail to restore to operation or contain problem.
• Ensures all work areas are kept clean and free of safety hazards (shops, mechanical rooms, patient areas, etc).
• Gives guidance and instruction to mechanics less experienced in a given trade.
• Plans layout, fabricates and recommends material for installations.
• Recommends alternate methods of installation when appropriate.
• Conducts all scheduled rounds, tests and inspections as required.
• Assists in making decisions on all normal and minor repairs and reports major problems to Director or Manager.
• Performs necessary service and repairs to equipment following manufacturer specifications.
• Demonstrates knowledge of plant and specialty equipment (i.e.: sterilizers, dietary equipment, sprinkler systems, ice makers, and other plant and specialty equipment).
• Completes work assignments following proper techniques and departmental standards for quality.
• Is aware of own limitations and refers problems beyond scope of expertise to the Director or Supervisor.
• Reads blueprints or models accurately.
• Takes responsibility for complete, quality and on time completion of job.
• Constructs, finishes, installs, maintains and repairs equipment, systems and facilities related to any craft or combination of same, using power and hand tools and other necessary equipment.
• Is aware of, and follows applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in various crafts such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, sheet metal work, machinist work, painting, welding, masonry.
• Utilizes correct tools and appropriate safety measures when working with power and hand tools.
• Removes snow and ice when required to ensure the safety of CentraState patients, residents, employees, emergency personnel, and visitors. Based on population served, as well as nature and hours of operation, staff are required to be on site to perform this essential work extended hours and outside of regularly scheduled hours as needed.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of Medical Vacuum and Medical air pumps.
• Medium level of bed and stretcher repairs.
• High level of wheelchair and over-bed table repairs.
• Medium Level HVAC Maintenance:
  • Clean and repair any fan coil units.
  • Assist in repair of larger HVAC units (over 5 lbs refrigerant).
• Medium Level Electrical Maintenance:
  • Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes and light fixture lenses.
  • Replace receptacles and light switches.
  • Replace equipment fuses.
  • Replace ballasts, over-bed light fixture switches and switch cords.
• Medium Plumbing Maintenance:
  • Open drain clogs using power snake.
  • Replace drain traps and repairs faucets.
  • Troubleshoot and repair diverter (shower) valves.
• Any wall repair, spackle and painting.
• Repair of any flooring, installation of VCT and carpet tiles.
• Repair and patching of wallpaper.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five years as a Maintenance Mechanic, preferably in a healthcare institution. One year of trade school or apprenticeship in trade may be substituted for one year of the previous experience requirement.
• NJ High Pressure Black Seal License required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license required- subject to driving record review
• Ability to read, comprehend, and transmit complicated detailed instructions in writing and orally.
• Must have a demonstrated expertise in one trade required to meet the vacancy, comprehensive understanding of plant operation and skills in various trades including carpentry, painting, electrical, pluming, HVAC, and mechanical repairs.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified Company by Great Place to Work for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $23.00 - $36.80 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS' policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.