General Maintenance Mechanic

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable General Maintenance Mechanic to join our Facilities team. In this role, you will help maintain a safe, functional, and efficient environment by performing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance activities throughout the facility. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys troubleshooting, and takes pride in delivering quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain a variety of building systems, equipment, and interior finishes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hand and power tools, including ordering replacement parts when needed.
• Program and maintain facility clocks as required.
• Assist specialty mechanics with maintenance and repair projects.
• Install and repair hospital signage, as applicable to the assigned location.
• Complete and document work orders using a computerized work order management system (CMMS).
• Participate in facility renovation, construction, and improvement projects, including coordinating with outside contractors when appropriate.
• Maintain records and prepare equipment for required inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Perform general maintenance tasks throughout the facility, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, painting, and carpentry work.
• Respond to maintenance requests and complete assigned work in a timely, safe, and professional manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We''re Looking For

• Experience performing general building maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and painting repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine effective solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple work orders.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with facilities staff, contractors, and other departments.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service while maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma - OR - GED

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Required Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Listening Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player

Overview

About St. Christopher''s Hospital for Children

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher''s has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher's is a Magnet designated hospital and was recognized as a Women's Choice Award Best Children's Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child''s health conditions can be treated close to home.

Discover why our hospital is a great place to work-take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour