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Mechanic

RWJBarnabas Health
Elizabeth, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

Job Title: Mechanic

Location: POWER PLANT - WSC

Department Name: Plant Operations

Req #: 0000258714

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $26.89 - $26.89 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:
The RWJBH Mechanic performs a wide variety of maintenance duties in and around the buildings of the Medical Center complex. Occasionally, assists tradesmen and other workers in completing tasks, Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment safely and effectively.


Qualifications:
Required

  •   High School diploma and two to three years of relevant work experience.


Scheduling Requirements:

  • Full-Time, Nights
  • 11:00pm-7:30am


Essential Functions:

  •  Assists tradesman or leadsman with special projects as needed.
  •  Installs and repairs locks, doors, windows and screens.
  •  Performs general carpentry work.
  •  Performs routine and preventative maintenance on non-clinical hospital equipment, and inspects the equipment for safety,
  • Repairs or replaces broken or worn parts as required,
  • Repairs and troubleshoots plumbing fixtures, sinks, toilets, and drain lines.
  • Cleans and snakes out clogs if needed.
  • Repairs or replaces ceiling Grids , tiles , and other basic items.
  • Repairs, maintains, nurse call systems and tube systems though out hospital.
  •  Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.
  • Other Duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
  • Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $27

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