Maintenance Engineer II
Job in
Vicksburg, Warren County, Mississippi, 39182, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Merit Health River Region Medical Center
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
The Maintenance Engineer II ensures the functionality, safety, and compliance of healthcare facility systems and equipment by performing advanced maintenance tasks, repairs, and installations. This role requires expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems, as well as hospital-specific equipment. The Maintenance Engineer II responds to urgent issues and may assist in supervising entry-level engineers to support the operational efficiency of the facility.
Responsibilities- Troubleshoots and performs repairs on mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems, as well as hospital-specific equipment.
- Responds to work requests or trouble calls in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensures all maintenance activities meet safety regulations and hospital standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, Joint Commission).
- Addresses urgent repair requests and resolves critical issues, minimizing disruptions to hospital operations.
- Performs regular inspections and maintains the condition of hospital buildings and infrastructure.
- Keeps accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment performance for management reporting.
- Assists with budget management and tracks and orders necessary maintenance supplies and parts.
- Maintains detailed logs of maintenance work, service reports, and equipment status for management oversight.
- Addresses and resolves critical maintenance issues promptly to minimize disruptions to hospital operations and patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular, reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Associate Degree or formal training in facility maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred
- 2-4 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or related roles required
- 3-5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or related roles in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, medical gas systems).
- Proficient in troubleshooting and repair techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with hospital staff, vendors, and contractors.
- Ability to operate on high-pressure boilers, emergency generators, and fire alarm systems in an emergency.
- Driver License valid in-state
- Licensed Steam Boiler and Refrigeration within the first six months of employment if required by state
- Licensed Maintenance Electrician required or
- Certified HVAC Technician required or
- Licensed Plumber required
- Georgia: CPI - Nonviolent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training certification required.
- Mid-Senior level
- Full-time
- Management and Manufacturing
- Hospitals and Health Care
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