Maintenance Technician

Are you looking for a hands-on role where your technical skills support a lifesaving mission?

Life South Community Blood Centers is looking for a versatile Maintenance Technician to join our team in Gainesville, FL. In this role, you’ll troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment that supports our blood center operations, including HVAC and refrigeration systems, access control systems, power generation equipment, medical devices, and fleet equipment.

• Work with the Instrument and Engineering Coordinator to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair company equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, calibration, and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment
• Diagnose and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment
• Coordinate device and instrument repairs with internal teams and outside vendors
• Assist the Instrument and Engineering Coordinator with maintaining spare devices
• Document repairs and coordinate repair records with the Engineering Assistant
• Receive, log, and prepare defective devices and instruments for in-house or off-site repair
• Pack and ship devices to operating locations or off-site service centers
• Perform related administrative duties as needed
• This position may be expected for continuously on call

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of industrial maintenance experience working with electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment, such as conveyors, building equipment, automated equipment, HVAC systems, or automotive systems
• Ability to obtain EPA Universal Technician certification within six months of hire
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to maintain records in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain Life South’s driver eligibility requirements
• Consistent, reliable transportation

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
• Knowledge of multimeters, high- and low-voltage AC and DC power distribution systems, and transformers
• Coursework, certification, or experience in welding, electrical systems, mechanical automation, HVAC, or scientific refrigeration

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan with the opportunity to earn up to 200 hours per year.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees beginning the first of the month after 60 days.
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay.
• Supplemental insurance options, including life, cancer, accident, and disability coverage.
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth.
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer match each pay period.
• Employer-funded retirement plan for vested employees and a 403(b) plan.
• Wellness program with incentives and HSA rewards.
• Access to wages before payday.
• CDL bonus program.

This is a daytime position with typical hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Facilities department offers flexibility for an eight-hour shift between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Occasional work beyond the scheduled shift is required.

Life South is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our Life South team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

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