$2,500 Sign On Bonus!

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

The purpose of a Mechanic II is to perform a variety of duties in and around the Health System facilities and properties to operate, maintain, and repair equipment and physical structures under the direction of the Supervisor of Facility Services or his designee.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Duty 1: Responsible for the maintenance activities at all Remote BVHS locations / facilities. Remote locations are both Commercial and Residential. Excluding Findlay and Bluffton hospitals, there are approximately 30 locations to be maintained. This includes leased locations where BVHS has maintenance responsibilities.

Duty 2: In conjunction with Supervisor and/or Manager of Facility Services, coordinates with internal resources (HVAC Technicians, Electricians, and Fire Safety Specialist) along with Contractors to fulfill repairs, as needed, based on skillset and scope of work.

Duty 3: Performs plumbing duties as required: 1) Performs troubleshooting to diagnose potential problems and makes necessary repairs to pumps, couplings, seals, valves, piping, steam traps and related equipment. 2) Performs pipefitting such as cutting and threading, solder and brazing, use of manual threading machine and assorted gas torches. 3) Performs installation and layout of various plumbing systems, steam, water, gas and oil. 4) Demonstrates initiative with keeping updated and informed on new systems and equipment.

Duty 4: Performs electrical duties as required: 1) Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and installs electronic, electrical circuits and related equipment. 2) Performs installation and repairs on electrical circuits of 12V to 277V AC/DC. 3) Performs installation and repairs to electrical control circuitry on machinery and mechanical systems. 4) Performs general troubleshooting and repairs on nurse call system. 5) Shares knowledge and changes made to electrical systems with others. 6) Ability to use electrical testing and measuring equipment. 7) Maintains a good understanding of the electrical distribution system and locations of disconnects and shut-offs for areas served. 8) Maintains safety by following Energy Control Procedures and Arc Flash guidelines. 9) Understands emergency power distribution and generator monthly load tests.

Duty 5: Performs mechanical duties as required: 1) Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment. 2) Performs troubleshooting and repairs to machinery and mechanical equipment such as bearings, motors, pumps, seals, couplings and related equipment. 3) Ability to install, set-up, calibrate, program controls and process within the building automated system. 4) Performs preventative maintenance on schedule to prevent potential problems. 5) Understands the lay-out and distribution of mechanical systems such as air handlers, medical gases, pneumatic system, chillers, boilers, heating water, cooling water and minor refrigeration.

Duty 6: Maintains communication systems as required: 1) Performs troubleshooting, repairs to nurse call systems and related devices, televisions, paging system and fire alarm systems and devices.

Duty 7: Assesses and maintains architectural structure of the facilities. Ensures exterior building issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.

Duty 8: Ensures a safe and comfortable environment for patient, staff and visitors. 1) Demonstrates geographic knowledge and locations of system shut-offs throughout the hospital in the event of an emergency. 2) Changes faulty lights, ballasts, outlets and switches promptly to ensure a safe environment. 3) Performs inspection tours as scheduled with the ability to foresee and notice abnormalities in the operation of mechanical equipment. 4) Participates in hospital and department in-service education and training programs. 5) Arranges storage and retrieval of equipment and furniture.

Duty 9: Accepts and responds to emergencies, codes, fire, and disasters. 1) Responds to all fire alarms as described in the department policy and procedure manual. 2) Responds promptly to assist in the event of an emergency.

Duty 10: Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. 1) Responds and volunteers when needed. 2) Accepts and assumes other staffs duties in their absence as needed. 3) Shows willingness to accept additional duties. 4) Utilizes available time effectively. 5) Maintains a stock par level of supplies in designated area to “speed up” the delivery of customer satisfaction.

Duty 11: Adheres to BVHA’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.

Duty 12: Maintains maintenance vehicle. Responsible for associated equipment and tools.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma.
Minimum of 5 consecutive years’ experience in mechanical field.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow instruction manuals, including drawings and parts lists.
Knowledge of institutional maintenance principles and techniques including applicable local, state and federal codes (i.e., building, plumbing, electrical)
Approximately three to five years progressively more responsible related work experience in an institutional setting necessary to gain advanced knowledge of maintenance and engineering as it relates to facility operations and be able to coordinate planning of preventative maintenance activities.
Thorough knowledge of hand/power tools and testing instruments.
Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, electricity, and plumbing.
General knowledge of HVAC systems and fire alarm systems.
May be required to work any shift, fixed or rotated and days off may be fixed or rotated.
A valid driver's license is required, and you must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy requirements
Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities of lifting, bending, squatting, and twisting. The associate is required to walk and stand for eight hours a day. This position requires associate to lift fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders. This associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Street Address

1900 South Main Street

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Date Posted

02/24/2026

Job ID

19694

Shift

1st

Blanchard Valley Hospital

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