Maintenance Mechanic I

The Maintenance Mechanic I provides a safe and comfortable environment for all patients, visitors and staff.  As a member of a team of health care Facility Services personnel a Maintenance Mechanic I maintains all equipment, buildings and grounds in good operating condition.  Ensures accuracy and completeness of work orders, and follows up as needed.  The Maintenance Mechanic I behaves in a manner consistent with the standards and ethics of all health care support personnel.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately with staff of varied skill levels and expertise
Responsible for completing work orders issued by departments in a timely manner with proper documentation.
Take call on a regular basis.
Assist with the Operation, maintenance and repairs of:
Air compressor and vacuum systems.
HVAC systems including air-handling systems, heat pumps and reheat systems.
Chilled water systems, condenser water systems and cooling towers.
Domestic water systems.
Fire tube boilers and all associated equipment
Operates emergency diesel generators to maintain emergency load.
Maintains, tests, and repairs patient transport equipment.
Maintains and tests vertical transport systems.
Troubleshoots and repairs patient room equipment (e.g. beds, over bed tables, nurse calls, TVS, etc.)
Maintains, tests, and repairs general equipment (e.g. shredders, carts, furniture, etc.)
Maintains lighting fixtures including lamp replacement.
Assembles and transports materials, furnishings, and equipment.
Operates tools, test equipment, vehicles, etc. necessary to perform duties and responsibilities
Assist with new construction and renovation projects.
Perform calculations pertaining to job.
Uses department scripts to effectively communicate with other departments, patients, families, coworkers and students in person or over the phone
Participates in In-service Education.
Serve on a Staff Action Team of your choosing.
Uses Safety Behaviors to provide safe patient care.
Participates in disaster/emergency drills as required, responds to emergencies throughout the hospital.
Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
Demonstrates safe operation of  equipment in compliance with department policy, safety, disinfection, infection control and quality control standards
Know basic regulations and codes which pertain to Fire Safety, Disaster Plan, and Bomb Threats within the facility.

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
General maintenance abilities.
Valid North Carolina Drivers license.

$21.53 - $31.38

Shift expectation: 1st shift and on-call responsibilities 

About ECU Health Duplin Hospital

ECU Health Duplin Hospital is an 81-bed facility located in Kenansville, North Carolina. The 15-bed emergency department serves approximately 25,000 patients per year. In addition to providing general medical and surgical services, ECU Health Duplin Hospital offers chemotherapy and other cancer infusion interventions and has earned national designation as a Primary Stroke Center.

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.