Maintenance Mechanic - Engineering - Meyer Orthopedic Rehab Hospital

L.E. Cox Medical Centers

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Springfield, MO Until 9/27/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

Facility:

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Meyer Orthopedic Surgical Center: 3535 S National Ave, Missouri, United States of America, 65807





Department:

1118 Engineering South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours:

8:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Work Shift:

Evening Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

 

  • Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.

  • Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group

  • Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.

  • Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

 

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)  

  • For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description:

The Maintenance Mechanic III is responsible for proficient maintenance related to HVAC and mechanical systems, electrical and plumbing, and safety inspections. Performs preventative, corrective, and routine maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment under general supervision. Responds to work requests timely and professionally and completes work assignments. This position is responsible for the installation and replacement of various maintenance related equipment and structures. The Maintenance Mechanic III may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary and approved by the Supervisor.Education: ▪ Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent ▪ Preferred: Trade School in the mechanical fields Experience: ▪ Required: 3-5 years of experience related to maintenance/mechanical. Skills: ▪ Proficient communication skills. ▪ Ability to prioritize workload. ▪ Proficient skills necessary to find solutions to equipment malfunctions and initiate necessary repairs. ▪ Proficient knowledge of the safe operation of all tools used in the performance of duties. ▪ Proficient knowledge of regulatory requirements governing fire alarm systems, HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems and building repairs. ▪ Demonstrates proficient technical skills for the repair and general maintenance of facilities in the following areas: • Interior Finishes • Millwork adjustments and hardware • Doors, frames, and door hardware • Plumbing and fixtures • Electrical wiring, devices, lighting and motors • Heating, ventilation and air conditioning • Medical gas and vacuum • Refrigeration units and ice machines • Air compressors and refrigerated air dryers • Air handlers, fans, and heat wheels • Chilled water and condenser pumps • Hanging mirrors, pictures, documents and decorative items • Furniture repair and refinish Licensure/Certification/Registration: ▪ Required: Active Driver's License ▪ Required: STI Fire Stop Certified within 1 year of hire (provided by Cox yearly if not already certified) ▪ Preferred: Some form of MEP Certification from an accredited trade school. Such as Vatterott College and Ozarks Technical Community College ▪ Preferred: Refrigeration or Welding Certification ▪ Preferred: Operation of a fork-lift
About this role

Summary

Perform maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections of hospital facilities and equipment.

Job title

Maintenance Mechanic - Engineering - Meyer Orthopedic Rehab Hospital

Experience level

3-5 years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Springfield, MO; on-site location only; no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HVACelectricalplumbingsafety inspectionsregulatory requirements

Preferred skills

refrigerationweldingMEP certificationfork-lift operation

Specializations

HVACmechanical systemselectricalplumbingfacility maintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Springfield, MO, USA

On-site City