Senior Facility Maintenance Mechanic — Systems & Safety

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System seeks a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to provide general facility maintenance including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and HVAC at the UHealth Medical Campus in South Florida. The role involves ensuring systems are operational, supervising staff, and enforcing safety standards.

The position focuses on preventive maintenance, emergency response, and coordination with foremen, with opportunities to mentor less experienced staff and contribute to asset

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all systems are fully operational and are inspected in accordance with accepted standards.
• Directs and supports technical support staff.
• Develops and implements preventive maintenance and repair programs and procedures.
• Acts as a source of direction for the training and guidance of the less experienced staff.
• Responds to service requests, including hot calls, cold calls, and odor complaints.
• Inspects water and life safety systems and responds to all fire systems and emergency calls.
• Adheres to University policies and safeguards University assets.
• Repairs or replaces ballasts, switches, motors, controls, and lighting fixtures.
• Operates heating/cooling systems, pumps and related equipment.
• Performs minor plumbing repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Miami Health System seeks a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to provide general facility maintenance including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and HVAC at the UHealth Medical Campus in South Florida. The role involves ensuring systems are operational, supervising staff, and enforcing safety standards.

The position focuses on preventive maintenance, emergency response, and coordination with foremen, with opportunities to mentor less experienced staff and contribute to asset