Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer
Per Diem | Day Shift
$27-32/hr
(Pay based on experience)
Keswick is located in Baltimore, MD. We are seeking dedicated, caring team members willing and able to commit to our workplace values: Connection, Empathy, Inclusion and Advocacy!
Keswick was top-ranked for 2024 as High-Performing by U.S. News & World Report , a rating only reached by 19% of nursing homes in the country.
Keswick was recognized on Newsweek's 2023 and 2024 ranking of Best Nursing Homes in Maryland.
Keswick is an independently owned long-term care facility. With over 140 years of expertise, Keswick has become the area's premier provider of services for older adults. We are driven by our mission to improve the experience of aging, together.
Why Choose Keswick?
Keswick employees are part of a compassionate, and award-winning team, working together to deliver top care to the people of Baltimore. When you join our team, you can expect:

• Minimum rate of $18 for Full and Part Time GNA staff & $16 per hour campus wide
  • You may also be entitled to receive all applicable shift differentials
• Health and prescription coverage with lower-than-average deductibles and copays
• Dental and vision benefits
• Free short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance for Full Time Employees (optional supplemental life insurance)
• 401(k) program with employer matching up to 6%
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay with an option to "cash out" unused vacation hours
• MTA discounted bus passes
• Teladoc - Free 24-hour access to a physician
• Employee Assistance Program with a variety of free services
• Employee Recognition Program
• Free access to our Employee Wellness Program , such as Zumba and Pilates

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will carry out our mission to improve the experience of aging together by m aintaining the continuous safe operation of the HVAC/refrigeration equipment and systems throughout the facility in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
What will I do as a Maintenance Engineer?

• Install, operate and monitor HVAC and refrigeration equipment per manufacturers' specifications so as to minimize down time, avoid inconvenience to in-house customers and extend the life expectancy of the equipment. Read meters and gauges to verify operation conditions. Adjust manual controls or overrides automatic controls as required. Maintain equipment logs and records. Visually inspect equipment to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment and walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, ice machines and appliances. Clean, maintain, adjust and lubricate equipment.
• Perform skilled troubleshooting on electrical equipment. Repair equipment by interpreting schematics or equipment manuals to successful completion.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment such as split system air conditioning, walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, ice machines and appliances to ensure continuous equipment operation. Repair or replace lighting and electrical devices. Create parts orders with all necessary ordering information to successfully repair facility equipment.
• Assist in the refurbishment of vacant rooms by repairing and replacing furnishings and fixtures. Ensure the proper operation of equipment and neat appearance of the resident rooms.
• Repair or replace lighting and electrical devices. Perform plumbing repairs including sinks, faucets, toilets and related plumbing fixture repairs and replacements; clean drains and repair pipes. Solder, braze, or thread pipes as needed to ensure a neat, no-leak, safe system. Perform carpentry duties to include; repairing drywall and plaster walls, acoustical ceiling track, tile, doors, furniture repair and assembly, and hanging shelves/pictures, etc. Complete assigned work orders.
• Comply with all safety programs and procedures. Provide support during emergency disaster situations. Maintain a safe, neat, and productive work environment in all equipment and shop areas. Maintain tools in good working condition; clean tools and return to proper place. Ensure safety of work area for staff, residents and visitors.
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to exterior grounds work, snow/ice removal, driving company vehicles for transportation or supply pickup.

What is required in this position?

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent
• Requires CFC Certification. Journeyman HVAC License preferred
• Requires valid driver's license
• 2 years air conditioning and refrigeration experience in the healthcare industry preferred. General maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Refrigeration cycle and related systems and equipment.
  • Repair and maintenance of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
  • System troubleshoot-ing; leak detection, evacuation and charging; electrical troubleshooting.
  • Soldering or brazing pipes and components.
  • Equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance programs.
  • Microsoft Office applications and other software applications relating to the operation of the facility.
• Skills in the following:
  • Installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
  • Using hand tools and power tools.
  • Performing general maintenance repairs.
  • Interpreting and applying building, fire, safety and life safety codes.

What makes Keswick unique?
Our vision is for greater fulfillment and freedom of choice in aging, for all. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for the guests and residents it serves, Keswick provides various award-winning services that enhance their lives and get them back to doing what they love.
Keswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.