Lower Keys Medical Center · 1 day ago
Maintenance Engineer I
Key West, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLower Keys Medical Center is seeking a Maintenance Engineer I to perform entry-level maintenance tasks for the facility's equipment and building systems. The role involves routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs under supervision to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots and performs basic repairs on mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems, as well as hospital-specific equipment
Responds promptly and professionally to work requests or trouble calls, ensuring all tasks are completed without valid written complaints
Conducts routine inspections of facility equipment and systems to identify and address potential problems or safety hazards, ensuring compliance with healthcare codes, regulations, and facility standards
Ensures all maintenance work adheres to Joint Commission standards, local building codes, fire safety regulations, and other healthcare-related compliance requirements
Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, materials used, and hours worked
Collaborates with hospital staff to coordinate maintenance work, minimizing disruptions to patient care and hospital operations
Assists in maintaining an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment, ensuring timely procurement of necessary materials to support maintenance operations
Provides weekend and emergency staff relief, stepping in as needed to maintain uninterrupted hospital services
Completes all required documentation of preventive maintenance (PM) and regulatory compliance tasks in accordance with department policies
Reports malfunctioning devices or equipment to the supervisor and takes immediate action in emergency situations to ensure safety and functionality
Ensures unresolved trouble calls are clearly communicated and handed off for proper follow-up, guaranteeing timely issue resolution
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
Technical School or formal training in facility maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field required
1-2 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or related roles in a hospital or healthcare setting required
Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, and ability to troubleshoot common issues required
Understanding of healthcare-related regulations, including Joint Commission standards, OSHA safety regulations, and infection control procedures required
Ability to use basic hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment in a safe and efficient manner required
Effective communication skills to interact with staff, contractors, and other team members in a professional manner required
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State required
Licensed Steam Boiler and Refrigeration obtained within six (6) months of hire required
Licensed Maintenance Electrician required or
Certified HVAC Technician required or
PLUMBER - Licensed Plumber required
Georgia: CPI - Nonviolent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training certification required
Preferred
Technical School or formal training in facility maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred
1-2 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or related roles in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred
Familiarity with medical gas systems, elevators, and emergency power systems is a plus
Company
Lower Keys Medical Center
Lower Keys Medical Center is licensed as a 167-bed acute care hospital and is accredited by The Joint Commission, the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in echocardiography, the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center and by the American Heart Association and The Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Clay
CEO
Elizabeth Hume
Interim Chief Nursing Officer
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