Job Description

Vidant Health

About Vidant Beaufort Hospital

Vidant Beaufort Hospital, located in Washington, North Carolina, is a 142-bed not-for-profit hospital offering acute care services and a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services in the region. Progressive healthcare facilities combined with personal, hometown compassionate care ensure that patients in Beaufort and surrounding counties have access to an exceptional level of care. The hospital provides access to advanced treatments and technology in the areas of general surgery, orthopedics, gastroenterology, and rheumatology. Vidant Beaufort offers a full array of state-of-the-art diagnostic testing.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic performs general maintenance duties as directed by the Supervisor and Manager of Plant Operations. The Maintenance Mechanic responds to work requests by hospital staff and completes assigned work orders. Makes emergency and trouble repairs, performs preventive and routine maintenance. Performs skilled maintenance tasks related to hospital utilities and various equipment as necessary. Uses common hand tools, test equipment, machines, power and related equipment. Assists in maintaining HVAC, plumbing, ventilation and related equipment. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. Cleans work areas and manages use of materials, supplies and equipment. Refers problems requiring extensive repair to appropriate individuals. Demonstrates appropriate behavior in the workplace, treating all staff, visitors and patients with respect and dignity.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma plus 1 to 2 years of formal training, education or experience.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills a must.

***Plumbing experience is a plus. 

General Statement

It is the goal of Vidant Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.   Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.