Senior Mechanic, Healthcare

Mercy Health System Corporation

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Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center - Janesville Until 8/30/2026 6+ years exp First posted July 1, 2026 Last posted July 1, 2026
Job description

OVERVIEW
This role keeps the building and equipment safe, working properly, and running smoothly by performing maintenance, fixing problems, and responding quickly to unexpected issues. It also requires documenting completed work, communicating effectively with staff, and using skills in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other building systems to support daily hospital operations.

SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week
SHIFT: Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

  • Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs, minimizing risks to patient and team members, to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service.  

  • Performs and manages assigned tasks including preventive maintenance and on-demand work orders, on equipment and buildings, within the established time frames while meeting departmental expectations for quality of work. 

  • Monitors all areas of the building for maintenance issues including, but not limited to the building envelope (exterior siding system, windows, doors) etc.; recognizing problems and reporting to appropriate facilities staff grounds related issues or concerns, i.e. sidewalk issues, asphalt paving problems etc.  

  • Monitors, maintains and troubleshoots problems with the utility system within the building to ensure the proper and optimum operation including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, life safety and energy management systems. This includes being responsible for systems such as boiler plant, chiller plant, ventilation system, fire protection systems, refrigerator equipment and other hospital systems as may be assigned. 

  • Completes mandatory detail documentation of tasks performed including time spent performing tasks. 

  • Effectively communicates with customers, peers, and leadership. Knowledge in the use of a computer and related organizational programs, CMMS and BAS is required. This position installs televisions as required, maintains motors, fans, and other hospital equipment. 

  • This position will also require possessing an understanding of cooling tower and chiller functions, air filter properties and water treatment system operations in order to optimize operations of the system. 

  • This position will require intermediate carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and tasks associated with HVAC.  


Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 6 years of documented commercial/industrial maintenance experience


(OR)
 

  • 2 years equivalent healthcare experience plus an Active M.E.C.H. Certification


(OR)
 

  • 2 years equivalent healthcare experience or approved equivalent certifications


(OR)
 

  • 2 year equivalent healthcare experience and a minimum of four of the following certifications with manger approval; Water treatment certification for Boilers, Chillers & Cooling Towers, UST Class A/B Operator, Universal EPA refrigeration certification, ASSE 6040 certification, ASHE Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, Fire Door Maintenance Inspection, Fire Barrier Maintenance and Inspection, Pre-Approved NFPA, or ASHE Credits as approved by FMES Director and department need.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

  • See required certifications above

  • Maintain a valid driver's license.

  • Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring) 

  • Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Workers Background Check 

  • Must be able to follow written and oral communication  

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Good interpersonal/communication skills 

 
WORK ENVIRONMENT                     

  • OSHA Exposure Category C  

  • No employees in the specified job classifications have occupational exposure.   

 

INFORMATION ACCESS 

Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties. 

 

WORK CONTACT GROUP 

Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors. 

 

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS    

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations. 
This is considered heavy work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlThe employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smellThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/move over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

 

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION 

Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions using independent judgment required in order to adapt to routine situations. 

 

SUPERVISES 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.


 

PAY RANGE:

$21.00 - $30.45

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Disability Insurance

  • FSA/HSA Options

  • Generous, accruing paid time off

  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave

  • Career advancement and educational opportunities

  • Tuition and certification reimbursement

  • Certification Reimbursement

  • Well-being Programs

  • Employee Discounts

  • On-Demand Pay

  • Financial Education

  • Annual recognition/awards events

  • Partner appreciation days

  • Family entertainment/attractions discount

  • Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

  • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

  • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

  • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

About this role

Summary

Perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of hospital building systems and equipment.

Job title

Senior Mechanic, Healthcare

Experience level

6+ years

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Janesville, on-site; no remote work allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HVACplumbingelectricalcarpentryCMMSBAS

Preferred skills

water treatmentfire safetyrefrigerationcertifications

Specializations

HVACplumbingelectricalcarpentrybuilding systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Janesville, WI, USA

On-site City