Description:
The Shift Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of our hospital facilities and grounds. This position is responsible for day to day maintenance, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance across the hospital campus, helping to maintain a safe, compliant, and fully functional environment of care.
We are seeking a versatile, hands-on professional who can work independently and handle a wide range of maintenance tasks. By maintaining accurate records and reporting on equipment status, the Shift Engineer helps ensure long-term facility reliability and supports operational excellence throughout the hospital.
Responsibilities:
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Perform light electrical work, plumbing repairs, HVAC maintenance, sheetrock and carpentry repairs, painting, and surface repairs.
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Carry out routine and emergency maintenance tasks, including mechanical repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and system calibrations.
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Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and hospital teams to prioritize and complete repair work efficiently.
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Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and incident reports.
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Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards during all maintenance activities.
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Assist in the implementation of preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment failures.
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Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore normal operations.
Skills:
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Apply mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills daily to quickly diagnose and resolve maintenance issues.
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Demonstrate effective communication to coordinate with teams and document work clearly.
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Use time management and prioritization skills to handle urgent repairs and routine maintenance within shift schedules.
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Maintain a strong understanding of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
Summary of FT benefits available:
- Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from, including a Health Savings Account option
- Wellness based premium discount through our Premium Credit Plan
- Comprehensive Dental Insurance
- Your Best Health Program
- $50,000 of Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by MMC
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Group Accident Insurance
- Group Critical Illness Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health and Welfare Employee Advocacy Center (Client Advocate Center)
- Retirement program
- Health fairs
- Paid Time Off program
- Extended Illness Bank
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credit Union Enrollment Option
- Fitness Center Discounts
Your Calling. Our Community. Where You Belong.
In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.
If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they’re people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they’re teammates committed to shared excellence.
Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.
At Morgan Medical Center: You will be known. You will be valued. You will belong.
You will Practice at a Higher Level
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Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
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Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
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Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
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Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
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Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum
You will Join a Culture of Quality
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DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
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Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
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Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
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National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker’s Top 100 and Women’s Choice Award®, and Healthgrades
You will Grow With Purpose
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Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
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Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
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A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization
At Morgan Medical Center, you’re not just filling a position - you’re answering a calling.
And here, you belong.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Minimum of 3 years of experience in general maintenance, preferably in a healthcare environment.
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Working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
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Ability to read and interpret basic drawings, manuals and work orders.
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Familiarity with safety regulations and maintenance best practices.
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Strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills.
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Effective communication and customer service skills when interacting with staff, patients and visitors.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working in a hospital or healthcare facility.
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Trade certifications or vocational training in HVAC, Electrical or plumbing.
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Familiarity with healthcare regulatory requirements and life safety standards.
