Stationary Engineer I

Full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule details vary.

Responsibilities

• Operate all campus heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including boilers, steam absorption and centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, fans, pumps, and systems to optimize efficiency, safety, and occupant comfort per department policies and procedures with guidance/assistance.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress, and completed work through logbooks and a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with guidance/assistance.
• Utilize Building Automation System (BAS) at a basic level for monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment; respond to alarms in a timely and correct manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment as assigned per established procedures, including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, rebuilding, and replacing parts/components.
• Troubleshoot issues with HVAC equipment to determine root causes in a timely manner; execute repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care. Request assistance as warranted.
• Respond to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner; take appropriate corrective action and keep requesters appraised of status.
• Maintain current daily logs, preventive maintenance records, and equipment repair files to comply with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Perform routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping, and snow removal.
• Perform repairs on a variety of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, building systems, and other critical systems with guidance/supervision.
• Provide timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders, and preventative maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment; document all tasks and work time on the CMMS.
• Read blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.
• Operate and maintain stationary engines and mechanical equipment such as steam engines, boilers, air compressors, generators, motors, medical gas equipment, and other auxiliary equipment to provide utility services for a healthy and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Requirements

• Stationary Engineer license from the municipality of work location or Power Engineer certification (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th Class) from either the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) or the American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE). Equivalent certifications from federal organizations such as the United States Navy will also be considered.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.
• 4 or more years of experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of applicable codes/regulations pertaining to assigned equipment and operations.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., software relating to CMMS, building automation, and Microsoft Office).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards; knowledge of safety precautions required.
• Position requires travel; may be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Pay

Pay range: $28.55 - $42.85 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, and generous retirement offerings.
• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call pay, and more based on the role.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.).