Maintenance Mechanic Trade

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support Monmouth Medical Center in keeping facilities safe, functional, and compliant.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, with a focus on preventative maintenance and rapid response to issues to ensure uninterrupted patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hospital or industrial maintenance/construction experience.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled compliance inspections and repairs across the facility (HVAC, electrical, plumbing troubleshooting).
• Conduct preventative maintenance to keep building systems safe and operational.
• Respond to patient-related concerns and maintenance requests promptly.
• Inspect environment of care and identify potential safety hazards.
• Support life safety initiatives, including fire boundary inspections and equipment maintenance.
• Use work request systems to document tasks and track work.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors to ensure safe, standards-compliant work.
• Contribute to a safe, comfortable, healing environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Skills

Hand-on maintenance

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Trade

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Plant Operations

Req #: 0000253984

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

You may call it a Maintenance Mechanic, but we call it an essential part of keeping healthcare running safely. Step into a hands-on, impactful role where the work you do directly supports our patients, visitors, and care teams every day. As a Maintenance Worker, you will play a critical role in ensuring our facilities remain safe, functional, and compliant so that exceptional patient care can happen without interruption.

The Maintenance Mechanic role may be the perfect fit for you if you enjoy solving problems, take pride in your craftsmanship, and want to make a meaningful difference behind the scenes. If you are dependable, safety-focused, and motivated by work that truly matters, this position provides the challenge, purpose, and opportunity you are seeking.

As a Maintenance Mechanic, a typical day might include the following:

• Performing scheduled compliance inspections and completing repairs as needed throughout the facility (initial assessment and troubleshooting of basic HVAC, electrical and plumbing)
• Conducting preventative maintenance activities to ensure building systems remain safe and operational.
• Responding to patient-related concerns and other maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Inspecting the environment of care and identifying potential safety hazards before they become issues.
• Supporting life safety initiatives, including fire boundary inspections and preventative maintenance of firefighting equipment.
• Utilizing work request systems to document tasks, maintain records, and track completed work.
• Coordinating and overseeing outside contractors to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with organizational standards.
• Contributing to a safe, comfortable, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and team members.

The Maintenance Mechanic role might be for you if:

• You enjoy working with your hands and take pride in maintaining safe and functional environments.
• You are a problem-solver who can identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• You pay close attention to detail and prioritize safety in everything you do.
• You stay organized and can manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• You work well independently and collaborate effectively with others.
• You lead with integrity and are proud to support the RWJBarnabas Health mission, vision, and values.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of experience in hospital or industrial maintenance/ construction. A valid New Jersey Driver's License is required. At RWJBarnabas Health, you'll be more than a team member—you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of every patient we serve. The work you do behind the scenes plays a vital role in creating a safe and healing environment for our communities. If you're ready to put your skills to work in a role where every repair, inspection, and preventative measure makes a difference.