Mechanic

Charleston Area Medical Center; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV is seeking a Mechanic for Building Operations & Maintenance at Women & Children’s Hospital. You will perform general maintenance across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, boilers and related systems, following safety and compliance requirements.

The role requires 2–4 years of maintenance experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance across plastering, masonry, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, drywall, electronics, boilers, HVAC and refrigeration.
• Inspect new equipment prior to installation to ensure safety standards.
• Repair malfunctions and maintain records for compliance.
• Obtain parts and materials as needed and perform preventive maintenance work orders.
• Coordinate with vendors for cost-efficient purchasing and support.

Skills

Plastering

Masonry

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical

Painting

Drywall

Electronics

Boilers

HVAC

Refrigeration

Equipment calibration

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mechanic – Building Operations & Maintenance – Women & Children’s Hospital (Job ID: 81804)

Job Summary

Perform general maintenance work on mechanical equipment. Employee may access secure medication supply areas to complete assigned job duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete general maintenance assignments at the skilled level in such areas as plastering, masonry, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, dry walling, electronics, boilers, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Complete tasks as requested within required standards and time schedules.
• Inspect new equipment prior to installation to ensure that safety standards are being met.
• Repair malfunctions according to operation and maintenance standards.
• Complete financial paperwork for any charges incurred.
• Maintain the necessary records for compliance with state and federal laws such as inspection documentation and employee accident reports.
• Maintain various internal and external contacts.
• Calibrate new and existing machinery and equipment to maintain peak performance.
• Inspect defective equipment and diagnose malfunctions utilizing various analytical testing equipment.
• Obtain required parts and/or provide lists of materials needed to complete job assignments.
• Perform preventative maintenance work orders.
• Work with various vendors/suppliers in securing the lowest possible prices for required materials.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact)

The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients.

Competency Statement

Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist.

Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions)

1. Maintain and document all applicable required education.
2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations.
3. Comply with the company's attendance policy.
4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution.
5. Perform work in a cost effective manner.
6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations.
7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization.
8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required) Experience: 2-4 Years Maintenance experience dependent on the need of the department.

Credentials

Drivers License (Required)

Work Schedule: Varies

Status: Full Time Regular 1.0

Location: Women & Children’s Hospital

Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston

Location

US:WV:Charleston

Salary

Negotiable

Post Date

10/26/2026