Maintenance Mechanic II - Full Time

Effingham Hospital, Inc.; Springfield (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Effingham Hospital, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facilities to support site goals. You will handle mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on safety and reliable operation.

The role involves preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and mentoring newer staff. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant trade certification, and 3–6+ years of maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Education level equivalent to high school completion.
• General maintenance training preferred.
• Licensure/certification: Motor Vehicle license; HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical preferred.
• 3–6+ years of maintenance experience; apprenticeship or formal training.
• Experience with a variety of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
• Assist with preventative maintenance measures and scheduling.
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• Inspect offices and clinical areas for safety and functionality.
• Respond to emergencies; perform unscheduled repairs and calibrations.
• Read manuals and work orders; diagnose, replace parts, test and adjust.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Mentor newer staff and assist with training.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

Troubleshooting

Repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certification or post-secondary certification

Apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electric meters

Material handling equipment

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain facilities according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. The Maintenance and service of the buildings and grounds include mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Completes all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Minimum supervision on highly complex projects and activities is required. Incumbents at this level may act as team leader on various projects and activities.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

1. Performs complex work related to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of equipment and facilities.
2. Assists with the development and implements preventative maintenance measures.
3. Maintains inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
4. Completes inspections of offices and clinical areas.
5. Responds quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocol.
6. Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and facilities, to include scheduled maintenance repairs and calibrations.
7. Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
8. Conducts diagnoses of problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
9. Performs regular and special preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
10. Performs a variety of minor and semi complex plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
11. Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
12. Detects faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
13. Complies with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
14. Assists with the training of new staff members and may serve as a mentor to less experience Technicians.
15. Performs other maintenance duties as requested.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All information is subject to verification. False answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet conditions of employment may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
• All Employees are to be COVID-19 Vaccinated or approved for a Religious or Health Exemption.
• All employees must be screened daily at COVID-19 screening stations (ER entrance and Therapy entrance) prior to the start of shift and comply with mandatory face masking.
• All employees are required to successfully complete criminal background check and or fingerprint background check if applicable for the position.
• All employees must possess and maintain a valid and active incumbent Georgia Licensure and or certification based on Job description eligibility requirements.
• All employees must comply with EHS drug-free workplace policy and successfully pass pre-employment and post-employment drug screening requirements.
• All employees must wear proper PPE based on their designated Job Title:
• Materials Management, Environmental Services, and Maintenance staff must wear back brace while lifting anything 25 pounds or higher.
• Care Center direct resident care staff must wear a back brace and gait belt at all times while on duty.
• Clinical staff are required to wear proper PPE designated to their function and duties.
• All employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before the start of employment and during employment tenure.

Requirements

Minimum Level of Education: Education level equivalent to completion high school or completion of post-secondary certification, trade, etc.

Formal Training: General Maintenance training is preferred.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Motor Vehicle license required. Plumbing, Electrical, Grounds/Pesticide and/or HVAC, certification preferred. EPA certification preferred.

Work Experience: An apprenticeship and/ significant formal training in areas of specialty and /or general maintenance capability. 3 - 6 plus years of experience for entry into this position. Experienced in operating a variety of hand tool equipment for usage in facility repairs. Technicians in this classification has mastered multiple areas of maintenance and able to demonstrate performance of a seasoned maintenance professional.

Tools and Equipment Used: Calculator, personal computer, telephone, facsimile machine, paper shredder, copier, printer, hammer, ladder, screwdrivers, heating & cooling & refrigeration equipment, plumbing, carpentry power tools, etc.