Mechanic

Stephens County Hospital; Toccoa, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephens County Hospital is seeking a full-time Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs across building systems, utilities, and equipment at our 96-bed acute care facility in Toccoa, GA. The role supports electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and facility systems, requiring vocational maintenance training and hospital maintenance experience.

The successful candidate will execute PMs, document results, troubleshoot issues, and respond promptly to urgent requests while prioritizing

Qualifications

• Vocational training in industrial maintenance or related fields preferred.
• Experience in hospital or industrial maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on building systems, grounds, utilities and equipment.
• Record PM results accurately and forward to the Engineering Office.
• Troubleshoot electrical, plumbing and utility systems and prioritize work orders.
• Install, repair and replace pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures; maintain refrigeration equipment.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize work orders to minimize downtime.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

Vocational maintenance training

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Plumbing tools

Refrigeration equipment

Job description

For more than 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of our community, committed to excellence in healthcare and compassionate patient service. Our dedicated team of approximately 475 employees is driven by a shared passion for improving lives and recognizes the true value of good health.

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care facility located in Toccoa, Georgia, nestled in the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia. Our welcoming, family-oriented community offers a rich blend of cultural, civic, and outdoor opportunities, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

We are proud members of the Georgia Hospital Association, the American Hospital Association, and the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s leading healthcare accrediting organization, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality and safety.

Mechanic - Full Time - Monday - Friday - 3:00pm - 11:30pm

The Mechanic is a specially trained individual who performs preventive maintenance and repairs of the building, grounds, utilities and equipment throughout the facility.

Education:

Vocational training in industrial maintenance or related fields preferred.

Experience:

Experience in hospital or industrial maintenance preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Electrical Systems
  • Perform PM’s no later than the 25 th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forwards to the Engineering Office.
  • Makes immediate repairs on essential equipment; follows-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Troubleshoot electrical problems using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Respond promptly to urgent request and is able to prioritize Work Orders.
• Plumbing Systems
  • Perform PM’s no later than the 25 th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forwards to the Engineering Office.
  • Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and is able to prioritize Work Orders.
• Perform PM’s no later than the 25 th of the month or as scheduled.
• Record results accurately on PM card and forwards to the Engineering Office.
• Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
• Install and repair refrigeration equipment.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests and is able to prioritize Work Orders
• Utility Systems
  • Perform PM’s no later than the 25 th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
  • Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and is able to prioritize Work Orders
• Maintains facility improvements and aesthetics
  • Apply paint, varnish or stains neatly as requested or required.
  • Complete special projects timely and efficiently.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests and is able to prioritize Work Orders.
• Seek assistance and/or learning experience to increase knowledge base/productivity.
• Report potential problem areas to appropriate personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, policies, procedures, etc.

Other-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Licensure/Certification

• Valid Driver’s License required.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical and Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Must have the cognitiveabilityto perform in this role. Criticalandexecutive level thinking isrequired
• Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze,anddisseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detailandaccuracy
• Have near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinars
• Have near normal vision – clarity of vision (both nearandfar) either corrected on non-corrected, ability todistinguish colors
• Have good manual dexterityandeye-hand-foot coordination
• Standing – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
• Walking – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
• Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Bending/stooping – frequently within the shift (34-66%)
• Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/pulling50+lbs without assistance– frequently within the shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/pulling100+lbs with assistance– frequently within the shift (1-33%)
• Lift/carry – 20+lbs withoutassistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%)
• Lift/carry – 50+lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Electrical hazards – frequently within the shift (0-33%)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephens County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy status, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status