Building Engineer II - Facilities

Job Summary

Operate, maintain, repair, and improve facility and utility system equipment and systems as assigned to the facility management department.

Essential Functions

• Complete preventive maintenance on assigned utility systems and non-medical equipment as specified in hospital procedures.
• Complete corrective maintenance including rebuilding of all equipment assigned to the facility department.
• Operate building equipment and utility systems in a manner that will optimize the provision of a code compliant, safe, comfortable and healing environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Respond to and resolve skilled facility installation and repair requests for electrical, plumbing and department equipment as assigned.
• Document work on computerized work orders in such a way as to provide accurate repair and preventive maintenance history.
• Requisition, order and use maintenance and repair parts in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinate, oversee and ensure outside vendor service is properly completed and meets hospital standards for repair and maintenance as assigned.
• Maintain and continually enhance operation, maintenance and repair knowledge of hospital utility systems and components, non-medical equipment and other assigned fixtures and appliances.
• Respond to and resolve alarm or emergency situations involving utility systems, life safety systems and equipment, general facility equipment including all non-medical fixtures and appliances.
• Maintain knowledge of hospital disaster, fire and hazardous material emergency processes. Actively participate in drills and critiques as well as actual emergencies.
• Maintain knowledge of current required safety practice and always performs daily work in compliance with these safety practices.
• Perform new equipment in-coming inspection and installation as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Technical Program in Mechanical or Electrical with specialized training of 13 to 24 months required; Associate Degree in Electrical or Mechanical preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in facility maintenance required.
• Credentials (Upon Hire): Must possess at least two of the following certifications or licenses: Refrigerant handling certification; LME or equivalent; Boiler Operating License; WA General Electrical License (01); Specialty License (06, 07); HVAC certificate; Licensed Plumber; Welding certificate; Medical Gas certification.
• Additional Requirements: Valid Driver's License required upon hire.

Skills

• Competency in operation of computerized building automation systems. (Required)
• Detailed knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems. (Required)
• Competent with power tools used in facility maintenance. (Required)
• Basic electronic and computer systems knowledge. (Preferred)

Working Conditions

• Physical: Continuous moving around area. Frequent up to 30 lbs lifting/carrying; occasional up to 50 lbs. Frequent reaching/bending/stooping, grasping. Occasional pushing/pulling 15 lbs sustained force with frequent stop/start; occasional climbing ladders/stairs; occasional squatting/kneeling/crawling; occasional push/pull up to 50 lbs force; occasional reaching/bending/stooping/squatting/crouching/kneeling/grasping.
• Environmental: Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment. Exposure to outside temperatures (seasonal) and to toxic or caustic chemicals. Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
• Mental/Visual: Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits

• Full medical/dental/vision coverage
• 403b retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded EAP and mental health program

Salary range: $47.91 – $47.91 per hour. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Hiring rate dependent upon factors including education, training, work experience, terms of applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.