Plant Operations Mechanic

Job Details:

Job Location:

Electra Memorial Hospital - Electra, TX 76360,

Monday through Friday

7:45AM to 4:15PM

On Call Rotation

• Perform general and preventive maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of facilities, buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, mechanical, and related maintenance activities.
• Inspect facilities, grounds, and equipment regularly to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Operate, maintain, and safely utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, vehicles, machinery, and maintenance equipment.
• Follow established preventive maintenance schedules and complete required inspections, service records, work orders, and documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and functionality of buildings, parking areas, sidewalks, landscaping, and other outdoor facilities.
• Arrange, move, assemble, and install furniture, fixtures, equipment, and supplies as needed to support organizational operations.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, emergencies, and facility issues to minimize disruptions and ensure a safe environment.
• Identify, repair, or report unsafe conditions and potential hazards to promote the safety and well‑being of employees, patients, visitors, residents, and the public.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair building systems and equipment, including plumbing, electrical, lighting, HVAC, and other facility infrastructure.
• Assist with facility renovations, remodeling projects, construction activities, and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies, and notify appropriate personnel when replenishment is needed.
• Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, landscaping, irrigation upkeep, debris removal, snow or ice removal (if applicable), and exterior facility maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements in all maintenance and groundskeeping activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving organizational processes, efficiency, and service quality.

• Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.
• Work well with other employees.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
• Follow standard precautions when handling potentially infectious materials.
• Participate in the department on-call schedule.

Our staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.

It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.

We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years’ experience in maintenance, groundskeeping, or related experience in a hospital or large facility preferred.

Knowledge of equipment repair, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, and refrigeration. Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and maintenance machinery. Ability to read, understand, and follow work orders, maintenance schedules, safety procedures, and operating instructions.

Refrigeration certification preferred. HVAC, electrical, plumbing, maintenance, or other trade-related certifications preferred. Current state valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record. Current automobile liability insurance required if operating personal vehicle for organizational business.

Duties of the position require extended periods of walking and standing. Bending, stooping, reaching, and crawling required in performing maintenance duties. Lifting up to 50 pounds when moving equipment or supplies. The…