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ChristianaCare is looking for a full-time Maintenance Mechanic Med Gas Systems in Newark, Delaware to operate, maintain, and repair building machinery, equipment and medical gas systems at the Wilmington and Christiana Hospitals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.
Operates, maintains, and repairs all medical gas systems, i.e., Nitrous Oxide, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Medical Air and Vacuum Systems with required documentation. ASSE 6020 & 6040 required within six months of hire.
Maintains and repairs pneumatic tube systems and respond timely to equipment failures, maintain required documentation. Required to complete tube system training within six months of hire.
Maintain ceiling mounted lifts and all required documentation.
Troubleshoots machinery problems, makes needed repairs to restore or replace structural, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical components and systems, conveying and traying systems.
Performs preventative maintenance on High-Risk utilities while maintaining 100% on time completion rate. Complete PM's on various assets including but not limited to mechanical and Life Safety equipment.
Meet and/or exceed Medical Gas / Environment of Care Standards set forth by Joint Commission and ChristianaCare.
Answers complaints about equipment operation in all areas of the hospital and responds to emergency situations such as power failures and fire alarms to restore equipment.
Takes responsibility for maintaining clean and safe work areas at all times.
Follows all applicable safety procedures in the performance of job responsibilities.
Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Performs other related duties as required.
Hours: Day Shift - 9p-7:30a - Christiana Campus
Education and Experience Requirements:
High School graduate or equivalent.
Four (4) Years; experience in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance.
Must obtain ASSE 6020 & 6040 Med Gas Certifications
Special requirements:
Must obtain ASSE 6020 & 6040 Med Gas Certifications within six months of hire
Must complete tube system training within six months of hire.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and industrial maintenance systems.
Knowledge of medical gas systems.
Knowledge of NFPA 99, Medical Gas section.
Ability to understand ChristianaCare policies and procedures
Knowledge of procedures prescribed by shop and vendor manuals
Skill in solving mechanical and analytical problems
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in operating all types of hand and power tools and electrical test equipment (i.e. screwdrivers, pliers, pipe wrenches, drills, saws, grinders, hand torches, oxy-acetylene torches, volt ohm-ammeters)
Ability to troubleshoot steam, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic problems
Physical demands:
Strenuous work associated with mechanical systems repair, including operating chain falls and large wrenches, ladder work, and bending and stooping over equipment.
Working conditions:
Exposure to oils, grease, hot surfaces, chemical fumes, soot, dust, dirt, extreme heat, cold, and noise. Exposure to burns, scalds, eye and ear hazards, and falls. Exposure to cramped and confined areas, and danger of infection.
ChristianaCare Offers:

• Collaborative and team focused environment
• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b)
• Generous paid time off
• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
This position has a starting rate of $35.12 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $39.43 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $43.73 per hour.
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Aug 15, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/