Semi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

CGH Medical Center

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LOC001 Hospital Until 9/30/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you. 

Shift

Rotating Shifts

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

POSITION PURPOSE:         

Performs general maintenance and repairs on facilities equipment not requiring a specific skill or license.  When assigned provides assistance to the skilled tradesman with their activities.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Attends gas-fired boilers, chilled water and hot-water heating systems.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including fans, motors, thermostats, and dampers.
  • Replaces filters, belts, and fluids as necessary on HVAC system motors and fans.
  • Monitors room temperatures, humidity, duct pressures and outside air exchanges daily.  Calibrates and/or adjust building automation system and control valves as required.
  • Ensures the proper operation and maintenance of all pumps, motors, valves, and thermostats, gauges and dampers associated with the HVAC system
  • Works with all trades in troubleshooting and making repairs to broad and diverse range of industrial and hospital equipment and systems.
  • Attaches plumbing fixtures and clears clogged drain systems.
  • Performs assigned preventative maintenance.
  • Makes rounds through equipment and mechanical rooms. Reads and records gauges and meters.  Observes the operation of equipment and reports unusual conditions and/or takes corrective action.
  • Performs routine electrical and plumbing maintenance and repairs
  • Attends hospital alarms systems.
  • Responds to routine trouble calls. Performs a variety of routine maintenance and repairs appropriate for skill level.
  • Performs ground maintenance.
  • Assists the skilled tradesman with construction or renovation projects.
  • Performs minor repairs to door hardware, wall and ceiling systems.  
  • Paints when performing construction, renovation or repairs achieving a high level of quality.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Compensation Range

$22.00 - $33.00

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Optional Insurances

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.

About this role

Summary

Performs maintenance and repairs on hospital equipment and facilities.

Job title

Semi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Hospital location; remote work not specified.

Salary

$22k–$33k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HVACplumbingelectricalcalibrationpreventive maintenance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

HVACplumbingelectricalrepairconstruction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

1002 E Washington Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

Work arrangement unknown City