AHD Stationary Engineer

Alameda Health System•Alameda, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, the AHD Stationary Engineer performs work involving the design, construction, modification, and maintenance of equipment and machinery for Alameda Hospital facilities and buildings. The role supports physical plant operations, including life-support and life-safety equipment, and performs related duties as required. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level; not all listed duties are necessarily performed by every employee.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training.
CFC Certificate, to be obtained within six months of hire or promotion.
Valid California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a Local 39 four-year apprenticeship.
Trade school certifications in HVAC or facilities-related disciplines, such as electrical, pneumatic controls, or basic refrigeration.
Journeyman-level field service experience in industrial electrical work, refrigeration, and healthcare.

Responsibilities

Support physical plant equipment, systems, and operations, including life-support and life-safety equipment.
Work in emergency situations during off-hours and on weekend shifts when required.
Inspect and adjust equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, operation and maintenance manuals, and other documents to determine proper equipment operation.
Troubleshoot and solve problems under normal and abnormal situations.
Operate, adjust, and analyze physical plant equipment using computers and microprocessor-based devices.
Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure they fulfill contract specifications.
Assist with maintaining and repairing HVAC controls and associated equipment to maximize efficiency in environmentally controlled areas.
Perform urgent corrective, routine, and requisitioned repairs to electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Perform preventive maintenance on hospital physical structures and facility equipment and associated controls, while complying with building safety codes.
Maintain routine records of inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs performed on equipment and systems.
Perform manual duties as requested, such as moving supplies or furniture, replacing light bulbs, and removing trash or scrap material.
Read blueprints, interpret instructions, and prepare specifications.
Work day, evening, or night shifts as assigned.
Work independently and inspect facilities and equipment.