Mechanic II

Mechanic II


Company
BayCare Health System
Location
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
BayCare is currently in search of our newest Team Member who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.Position Details:Location: Mease Dunedin Hospital – Dunedin, FloridaStatus: Full-timeShift: 7:00am-3:30pmDays: Monday – Friday / Every 3 rd weekendResponsibilitiesPerforms demand and scheduled preventive maintenance of the facility equipment to primarily include Mechanical, Utilities and associated systems in accordance with departmental, hospital and regulatory agency codes.Specific duties include maintaining facilities and equipment in hospital or clinic environment.May be scheduled to work various work shifts and weekends to meet the needs of the hospital not necessarily within the craft lines.May require travel to perform necessary maintenance work at other BCHS facilities.Perform other duties as assigned. Why BayCare?Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 34,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today. That's why you'll thrive in our forward-thinking culture, where we combine the best technology with compassionate service. We blend high-tech with high-touch in ways that are advancing superior health care throughout the communities we serve.EducationRequired High School or EquivalentPreferred: TechnicalLicensesRequired FL Driver's License ExperienceRequired: 5 years as a Service-Related TechnicianPreferred: 3 Years Hospital Maintenance Preferred: 1 year high-rise mechanical or utilities systemsPreferred: Fourth-Grade Stationary Engineer's LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

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Q What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in New Zealand from 1 April 2026?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for welders in New Zealand is NZ$25.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Welders working over 40 hours per week must receive time-and-a-half for the first three hours of overtime and double time thereafter. This rate applies to all employees aged 16 and over regardless of qualification level.
Q What visa is required for overseas welders to work in New Zealand in 2026?
As per Immigration New Zealand, overseas welders need a Skilled Migrant Category visa or an Accredited Employer Work Visa valid for up to three years. Applicants must hold a job offer paying at least NZ$29.66 per hour and provide an International Qualification Assessment showing Level 4 or higher. Processing takes 8 to 12 weeks with a NZ$1,320 application fee.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in New Zealand?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, welders must hold a New Zealand Certificate in Welding (Level 3 or 4) or an equivalent assessed overseas qualification. Employers require at least two years of post-qualification experience in structural or pipe welding plus a current AS/NZS 2980 welding ticket. No formal apprenticeship is mandatory but 800 hours of supervised workplace training is standard.
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As per Immigration New Zealand, applicants must submit a current passport, NZQA qualification assessment, welding certificates, and a detailed CV showing 24 months of relevant experience. Police certificates from the last five years and proof of NZ$4,000 in savings for living costs are also mandatory for visa applicants. All documents require certified English translations if not originally in English.
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