Hospital Engineer - Facilities

PeaceHealth • Bellingham, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth is hiring a Hospital Engineer in Facilities for a full-time, 1.00 FTE day position. The role provides in-house maintenance capability for a wide variety of plant equipment and healthcare systems. The salary range is $31.60–$47.40 per hour; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority.

The Hospital Engineer repairs and maintains facilities, equipment, and utility systems to support a code-compliant, safe, comfortable, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The engineer responds to alarms and emergencies involving utility systems, life-safety systems, and general facility equipment, and performs routine rounds and repairs. The role also coordinates vendor work and department activities and documentation.

The position requires building or plant maintenance training and at least three years of relevant hospital, industrial, or commercial building/plant maintenance experience. The employee must be proficient in at least two specified trades, understand applicable codes and regulations, and be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, standing, walking, and climbing. Work takes place on site in a medical or hospital setting and may involve exposure to biohazards, body fluids, airborne particles, noise, seasonal outdoor temperatures, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

PeaceHealth offers a total rewards package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded employee assistance and mental health program.

Requirements

• Complete one year of building/plant maintenance training through trade school, an apprenticeship, military school or training, or an associate degree.
• Have a minimum of three years of experience in hospital maintenance, industrial or commercial building/plant maintenance, or a combination of these.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Be proficient in at least two of the following trades: plumbing, steam generation/maintenance, control/alarm systems, HVAC systems, or refrigeration.
• Know national and state codes, rules, regulations, laws, and procedures applicable to the trade.
• Be able to cope with repeated bending, squatting, stooping, prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and safely operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Have a general understanding of basic building structure and repair.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff and contract services.
• Have intermediate computer, keyboarding, and data-entry skills.
• Meet the role’s physical demands, including frequent movement, lifting and carrying, reaching, bending, stooping, grasping, and occasional pushing, pulling, climbing, squatting, kneeling, or crawling.
• Be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment and work amid exposure to biohazards, body fluids, airborne particles, seasonal outdoor temperatures, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Have vision and hearing within normal limits (glasses, contacts, and hearing aids permitted) and be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree (listed as a preferred education qualification).
• Building Operator Certification.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain facilities, equipment, and utility systems to support a code-compliant, safe, comfortable, and healing environment.
• Respond to and resolve alarm or emergency situations involving utility systems, life-safety systems, and general facility equipment, including non-medical fixtures and appliances.
• Make daily rounds in assigned areas to identify maintenance work and perform repairs according to department procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee outside vendor service to ensure work is properly completed and meets hospital repair and maintenance standards.
• Coordinate department activities and documentation to help accomplish department goals and ensure efficient operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) 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 employee assistance program and mental health program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree