Senior Hospital Facilities Technician

Mercyhealth; Freeport, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking a Senior Maintenance Mechanic. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing hospital buildings, equipment, and utility systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to repair needs, document work, and communicate with staff. Requirements include a high school diploma and 5–7 years in mechanical/electrical trades, preferably in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five to seven years' experience in mechanical or electrical trades, preferably in healthcare.
• Healthcare Mechanic Certification (M.E.C.H.) preferred.
• NIULPE Power Engineer certification or approved equivalent preferred.
• EPA refrigerant handling certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance needs promptly to minimize patient risk and service interruption.
• Perform preventive maintenance and on-demand work orders on equipment and buildings.
• Monitor building utility systems ( plumbing, electrical, HVAC, life safety, energy management).
• Maintain documentation of tasks performed using CMMS; communicate with staff and leadership.
• Possess understanding of cooling tower and chiller operation; assist with related tasks as assigned.
• Possibly install televisions and service hospital equipment; basic carpentry, painting, plumbing tasks as needed.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical trades

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Carpentry

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Power tools

HVAC equipment

Job description

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking a Senior Maintenance Mechanic. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing hospital buildings, equipment, and utility systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to repair needs, document work, and communicate with staff. Requirements include a high school diploma and 5–7 years in mechanical/electrical trades, preferably in healthcare.