St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Maintenance Mechanic

Memphis, TN · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$24k-$39kDetected 8 days ago
SpringPerformance ManagementCustomer SupportResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptability

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Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
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States it is exempt from the H-1B cap

In 14 Department of Labor filings, this employer states it is a nonprofit or governmental research organization — one of the statutory grounds for exemption from the H-1B cap. Cap-exempt employers can file year-round without entering the lottery.Employer's own attestation on a Department of Labor wage determination, not a USCIS determination — exemption is decided per petition.

Files H-1B transfers

22 transfer filings in the last year, covering 22 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • This position is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining machinery and systems in a facility to ensure smooth production.
  • This role handles chilled water, high-pressure steam, hot water, medical gas systems, glassware washers, and kitchen equipment.
  • Managers evaluate employee performance throughout the year-specifically through the spring and fall Check In milestones and the Annual Performance Review.

Responsibilities

  • Develop an understanding of Facilities maintenance responsibilities and contribute to their compliance.
  • Perform rounds of facilities and equipment to ensure proper state and/ or operation; Maintain cleanliness throughout the facilities including accurate records in the systems.
  • Coordinate and support the delivery of high-quality Facilities Management (FM) services, including the care and maintenance of essential equipment and tools such as HVAC components, electrical tools, plumbing fixtures, and utility carts.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with institutional policies, safety regulations, and operational standards by developing a thorough understanding of Facilities Operations protocols.
  • Conduct routine facility rounds and inspections to ensure all equipment and building systems are operating effectively; maintain accurate documentation of observations, actions taken, and follow-up needs.
  • Support department and institutional goals by performing additional duties as assigned and demonstrating adaptability to changing priorities.
  • Maintain regular and dependable attendance to ensure consistent support for facilities operations and team coordination.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
  • Is able to apply knowledge/skills within own area to deliver tasks with limited guidance

Requirements

  • The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand
  • Utilize strong understanding and background in applicable field.
  • High school diploma/ GED required.
  • Asks for guidance and tries out new ideas when changes in approach are required.

Nice to have

  • 2+ years of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment and systems (steam, condensate, pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.) required.
  • Experience in a hospital or research (or similar) environment preferred.

Skills

  • List pertinent skills, knowledge and abilities the person should have to be successful in the job.
  • Ability to understand and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to stay calm and control emotions even in stressful and difficult situations.
  • Ability to keep buildings clean, safe, and well-maintained by performing tasks like cleaning, repairs, maintenance and organizing spaces.
  • The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, taste and smell.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to elevated, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
  • The employee may, at times, be required to work in areas of high ambient noise where the use of hearing protection will be required.

Compensation

  • In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St.
  • Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.
  • This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
  • It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
  • A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $23.50 - $39.00 per hour for the role of Maintenance Mechanic.
  • Managers evaluate employee performance throughout the year-specifically through the spring and fall Check In milestones and the Annual Performance Review.

Benefits

  • Minimum Education and/or Training:
  • Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent education/training preferred.
  • Skills in structured problem-solving and openness to learning new approaches to execution.
  • Explore our exceptional benefits!
  • An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

Company info

  • We are committed to a human-centered hiring experience.

Equal opportunity

  • St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This listing is sourced directly from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.