Mechanic

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Full-time Mechanic to join the Equipment Repair Shop team at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. The role focuses on preventive maintenance and repairs of hospital equipment and mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, and safety-critical devices.

The position requires a practical background with electronics and computers, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 5+ years of mechanical building maintenance experience including pumps and compressors.
• Proficient knowledge of electronics and computers preferred.
• Experience with metal fabrication, welding and air compressor repair is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on hospital equipment, vehicles, and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues, identify faulty operation, make adjustments, and complete repairs.
• Maintain and repair equipment such as nurse call systems, pneumatic tubes, medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, medical gas systems, and automatic doors.
• Install, assemble, maintain, and repair equipment used in patient rooms and hospital departments.
• Respond to emergency repair requests and complete work orders on time.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and order parts as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and follow safety procedures.
• Collaborate with other trades personnel, supervisors, and hospital departments to keep facilities and equipment operating.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electronics knowledge

Computers

Ability to work with minimal Superv.

Education

GED/HiSET

Tools

Welding equipment

Metal fabrication tools

Air compressor repair tools

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a Full-time Mechanic to join the Equipment Repair Shop team at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Critical Equipment: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on assigned hospital equipment, vehicles, and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot & Repair: Diagnose equipment issues, identify faulty operation, make adjustments, and complete necessary repairs.
• Support Essential Hospital Systems: Maintain and repair specialized equipment, including nurse call systems, pneumatic tube systems, medical air compressors, vacuum pumps, medical gas systems, automatic doors, Hill-Rom beds, stretchers, and elevators.
• Keep Patient Care Equipment Ready: Install, assemble, maintain, and repair equipment used throughout patient rooms and hospital departments.
• Respond to Service Needs: Address emergency repair requests and complete assigned work orders accurately and on time.
• Maintain Documentation: Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, time, materials, and supplies; order parts and materials as needed.
• Promote Safety: Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow established safety, infection control, and Interim Life Safety procedures.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with other trades personnel, supervisors, and hospital departments to keep facilities and equipment operating effectively.

Location: 759 Chestnut St Springfield, MA

Schedule: Full‑time, 40 hours a week 2nd shift- 3:30pm-11:30pm Occasional holiday coverage, required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED, required
• Valid Drivers License, required
• At least 5 years Mechanical building maintenance including working with pumps and compressors
• Proficient knowledge of electronics and computers, strongly preferred
• Experience with metal fabrication, welding and air compressor repair is a plus
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education

• GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications

• Driver License - OtherOtherOther

Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

• Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $31.77 - $36.53 - $43.21

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system with hospitals, physician practices, a health plan and more serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. Baystate Health is the safety net provider in Western Massachusetts. With roots dating to the founding of Springfield Hospital in 1883, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality, compassionate and accessible care in the Pioneer Valley for more than 140 years and continues to be a pillar of its community - rooted here, serving here, and helping generations thrive here. With a focus on advancing health for all, Baystate is not only a keystone of the region, it is a national leader in health care. Learn more at BaystateHealth.Org The ever-growing health system includes six Massachusetts hospitals: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield Baystate Mercy Hospital in Springfield