Operating Engineer

Essential Functions

• Operates, maintains and monitors high-pressure boilers and their support systems.
• Operates, maintains and monitors chillers, chilled water and their support systems.
• Operates, maintains and monitors all domestic water (hot/cold/hot water recirculating), and hydronic heating/cooling distribution equipment.
• Operates, maintains and monitors all air handling systems.
• Performs daily water testing and maintains proper chemical levels in all systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment.
• Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa and the Sisters of Mercy.
• Maintains accurate and legible records.
• Operates and monitors computerized building management and maintenance systems.
• Maintains generators and monitors medical gas systems.
• Maintains proper energy usage and reacts to negative trends.
• Works well in both a team setting and alone.
• Responds to the needs of patients, visitors, and staff in a prompt and professional manner.
• Evaluates equipment operation and reacts to negative trends, in order to optimize efficiencies.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives as needed.
• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures.
• Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
• Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPAA regulations.
• Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development.

Additional Functions

• Responds to Code White calls.
• Reacts to varied maintenance needs as they present themselves.

Position Qualifications

• Education: a. High school graduate with 3 years experience supporting industrial equipment or operating boiler systems
  b. OR, 2 year HVAC degree
  c. Must have or be able to, within a 12 month period, obtain a certified boiler operator license through the Iowa Association of Building Maintenance Engineers.
• Experience: C. Special Skills and Competencies: 1. Renews Mandatory Reporting requirement every 5 years.
  2. Must be mechanically inclined.
  3. Must be able to remain calm and think clearly in a stressful situation.
  4. Must be computer literate.
  5. Must have valid driver’s license.
  6. Must be able to wear appropriate mask and be fit tested on an annual basis
  Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines
• Motor Vehicle: __x__ MercyOne Vehicle