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Maintenance Engineer
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Spokane, WA, 99204
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Job Overview
Under minimal supervision, maintains and repairs plant equipment, buildings and grounds. Oversees the functioning of building systems including electrical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition (HVAC), structural, mechanical, fire / life safety, etc. Coordinates with contractors for complex facilities renovation, projects entailing mechanical, structural, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition (HVAC), electrical, production etc. Ability to read blueprints / schematics. Documents repairs and maintenance completed. Trains less experienced Facilities Engineers, technicians and line workers on complex repairs and maintenance requirements. Coaches and mentors less experienced Facilities Engineers. Shriners Spokane is looking for a full time Maintenance Engineer to join our team!
Schedule: Full time 1.0 FTE (on-site)
The pay range for this position is $26.14-$39.21/hourly. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the buildings, grounds, and equipment in good safe condition, operating efficiently and economically to promote maximum longevity
- Plan and implement building alterations
- Work with contractors to achieve the best results for SC – Spokane
- Maintain the level of supplies needed by the maintenance department to perform routine maintenance and repair of building and equipment
- Participate in and conduct drills to improve the readiness of the hospital staff in the case of internal and external disaster situations. Perform safety inspections and act on safety inspection performed by others
- Participate in positive and effective communications; demonstrate flexibility to change as required; promote inter/intra department teamwork; work efficiently and demonstrate integrity
Note: This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Qualifications
Required
- City of Spokane 3rd class boiler license (required within 12 months of employment and maintained annually)
- State drivers license in which facility is located
Preferred
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 year Hospital preventative maintenance
- 2 years HVAC experience
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Frequently asked questions
In Spokane, a City of Spokane 3rd class boiler license is essential within the first year and highly regarded. Additionally, local employers often prefer candidates with HVAC and electrical certifications, reflecting the region’s industrial and healthcare facilities demands.
Spokane's maintenance engineering sector experiences moderate demand, boosted by healthcare and manufacturing facilities. Candidates with specialized skills in HVAC and boiler operation tend to have an edge, although local hiring favors those who combine technical expertise with certifications tailored to regional codes.
Success in Spokane healthcare maintenance hinges on proficiency with HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs. Familiarity with safety protocols and emergency drills is vital, alongside the ability to interpret blueprints, which ensures reliable hospital infrastructure operations.
Maintenance Engineers can progress toward supervisory roles such as Engineering Maintenance Manager or Facilities Maintenance Engineer. Gaining experience in complex systems and project coordination enhances prospects, especially within specialized environments like pediatric healthcare facilities.
Shriners Children's Florida emphasizes a compassionate, evidence-based culture with strong support for professional growth and benefits from day one. Their focus on pediatric specialty care creates a unique environment where maintenance impacts critical healthcare operations, setting it apart from typical industrial roles.
Beyond core responsibilities, Shriners Children’s Florida offers tuition reimbursement, comprehensive insurance options, and retirement matching. The organization fosters mentoring and continuous learning, particularly valuing innovation and critical thinking within its maintenance teams.
Maintenance Engineers in Spokane earn between $26.14 and $39.21 per hour, with compensation scaling based on experience and departmental parity. Those with specialized skills like HVAC expertise or boiler operation licenses often command salaries toward the higher end.
Hospital maintenance demands rapid response to system failures, rigorous safety inspections, and coordination with medical staff to minimize disruption. Engineers must also stay prepared for emergency drills and support critical life safety systems, requiring adaptability and precision.
Unlike general maintenance technicians who handle routine repairs, Maintenance Engineers oversee complex systems including HVAC, electrical, and structural components. They also interpret technical schematics and mentor junior staff, reflecting a broader scope and higher technical expertise.
Typical days involve monitoring and repairing hospital facilities systems, coordinating with contractors on specialized projects, maintaining safety compliance, and documenting maintenance work. The role demands balancing routine tasks with proactive improvements to support pediatric care environments.