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MECHANIC-MASTER
Company : Covenant Health
Location : Oak Ridge, TN, 37830
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Master Mechanic, Plant Engineering
Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift
Position includes taking after-hours call.
With more than 30 specialties from Cardiology and Neurosurgery to Orthopedics and Vascular care, Methodist Medical Center was one of the first hospitals in East Tennessee to offer cutting-edge treatments and technologies that benefit people with life-threatening aneurysms, severely damaged knee, hip and shoulder joints, sudden heart failure, and non-healing wounds.
- 283 licensed beds
- 25 ICU beds
- 12 intermediate care beds
- 38 emergency suites
- 2 cath labs
- 8 LDRP suites
- Over 250 active and courtesy physicians
- Over 800 employees
Job Objectives:
Provide maintenance of Methodist Medical Center buildings and grounds, equipment and distribution lines for steam, hot water, plumbing and sanitation.
Recruiter: Rachel Dudek-Fleming || apply@covhlth.com
Responsibilities
- Performs preventive maintenance repairs, as prescribed by the preventive maintenance program, mechanical repairs to machines and equipment; masonry work; plumbing; heating; batteries; boilers; water treatment; plastering; and sheet metal.
- Oversees and ensures safe and efficient operation of physical plant and hospital utilities.
- Observes mechanical/electrical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble; dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts; and repairs or replaces defective parts.
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or installs special functional and structural parts.
- Maintains, lubricates, and performance tests equipment.
- On occasion, sets up and operates lathes, drill press, grinder and other metal working tools to make and repair parts
- Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines as required.
- Performs duties of boiler attendant as needed
- Installs, inspects, operates and repairs refrigeration equipment for preserving food, making ice, cooling water and air conditioning for all hospital buildings; maintains air conditioner filters.
- Assumes "on call" duties.
- NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Other duties as assigned.
- HEALTH/SAFETY/COMPETENCE: Cannot pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Must provide safe, efficient, competent care to customer or patient population.. Must demonstrate competency of the specific functions described in the performance continuum and skill checklists.
Qualifications
Education/Knowledge/Skills:
Must have a high school diploma or an equivalent certificate (GED); must be able to read with comprehension, write legibly, perform simple mathematic calculations, and follow oral and written instructions as required. Prior courses in blue print reading, electricity, machine shop, mathematics, plastering, construction principles, masonry and plumbing are required. Must be familiar with building maintenance techniques, equipment and operation of power plants, plumbing and heating systems, sanitation, refrigeration, electrical systems, and fire and safety regulations and procedures. Should be familiar with work and limitations of various crafts primarily involved in building maintenance.
Must have the ability to detect malfunctioning of equipment and possible fire and safety hazards; to work with a minimum of supervision; to work under emergency conditions; and to maintain concentration with attention to detail for prolonged periods of time, sometimes under stressful conditions.
Experience:
Five years of progressive experience in maintenance work is required, or a 2-year degree (or completion of a 12 – 24 month vocational certification) in a related field accompanied by a minimum of one year maintenance/construction work experience. Must be familiar with building maintenance techniques, equipment and operations of power plants, plumbing and heating systems, sanitation, refrigeration, electrical systems and fire and safety regulations and procedures.
Licensure Requirement:
E.P.A., C.F.C. Refrigerant level II certification is required.
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Frequently asked questions
Oak Ridge presents a moderately competitive market for master mechanics focused on medical plant engineering. Covenant Health’s specialized environment demands candidates with robust HVAC and refrigeration skills, setting a higher bar than typical automotive roles, thus slightly narrowing the candidate pool in this niche healthcare maintenance sector.
Yes, in Oak Ridge’s healthcare sector, certifications such as EPA refrigerant level II are often mandatory for master mechanics. These credentials ensure compliance with strict environmental and safety standards in hospitals, reflecting local regulatory emphasis and boosting employability within Covenant Health and similar institutions.
Mechanic-Masters excel in overseeing complex mechanical systems, including boilers, refrigeration, and hospital utility operations, unlike typical automotive mechanics. Their expertise spans preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and managing multi-disciplinary repairs, making them essential for critical infrastructure rather than vehicle-focused tasks.
Mechanic-Masters carry full responsibility for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining sophisticated hospital equipment, requiring advanced knowledge in multiple trades. In contrast, assistants and apprentices primarily support basic repairs and learn skills, with less autonomy and fewer emergency on-call duties.
At Covenant Health, experienced Mechanic-Masters can advance into supervisory roles managing plant engineering teams or specialize further in HVAC and power plant operations. The hospital’s diverse technical environment supports growth through continued certification and cross-disciplinary skill development.
Covenant Health invests in ongoing education tailored to hospital infrastructure, including safety protocols and state-of-the-art equipment maintenance. Mechanic-Masters benefit from specialized workshops to handle critical utilities, ensuring equipment reliability and patient safety.
Mechanic-Masters in Oak Ridge’s healthcare sector typically earn between $55,000 and $70,000 annually, reflecting the role’s technical demands and on-call responsibilities. Covenant Health’s compensation aligns with regional standards, often including benefits tailored to full-time plant maintenance staff.
Hospital maintenance requires mastery over diverse systems such as boilers, refrigeration, and emergency utilities, demanding broader interdisciplinary knowledge than automotive mechanics. This environment stresses safety, regulatory compliance, and precision, necessitating advanced troubleshooting and system integration skills.
Oak Ridge’s community values reliability and teamwork, influencing Covenant Health’s scheduling with an emphasis on consistent day shifts plus on-call duties. Master mechanics must adapt to urgent repair calls amid a collaborative culture prioritizing uninterrupted hospital operations.
This position offers a unique blend of technical challenge and stability, combining advanced mechanical work with a purpose-driven healthcare environment. Unlike typical automotive roles, it provides career longevity and specialized skill application in a community-focused organization.