Maintenace Mechanic III

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare•Chesapeake, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic III is responsible for performing all work associated with the Zone Mechanic Program, ensuring the proper operation of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, hot water systems and tanks, steam systems, condensate systems, heat exchangers, pumps, air compressors, HVAC equipment, and other mechanical and electrical systems of all Chesapeake Regional Medical Group buildings. The Maintenance Mechanic III must maintain the knowledge and ability to perform the Maintenance Mechanic II position, as well as maintain the various support systems used by renting customers in the various Medical Office Buildings. This person acts as an ambassador of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (CRMC) to the non-CRMG tenants in the Medical Office Buildings (MOB's), as well as works with the management company overseeing the MOB's to ensure excellent service is provided to all tenants.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years as a boiler operator and/or physical plant worker

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a trade school

Responsibilities

Inspect, troubleshoot, manipulate, and maintain the Facilities Physical Plant systems at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (CRMC) and all Chesapeake Regional Medical Group (CRMG) satellite buildings to ensure the facilities are operating at peak efficiency
Make independent decisions based on test results and overall system requirements utilizing sound engineering judgment
Maintain fire on boilers and control the generation of steam for heating, hot water, cooking, and sterilizing surgical equipment
Shift to alternate fuel sources for boiler operations from gas to oil and from oil to gas during curtailment
Ensure that fuel quantities and quality are sufficient and lined up for transfer to diesel generators and boilers under emergency conditions that may arise at any time
Make all rounds and observe operating equipment for unusual noises, vibrations, and other telltale symptoms of possible problems
Take appropriate readings and interpret any variations from prior entries
Keep logs current and accurate
Identify problems, such as substandard performance and control casualties, with all operating equipment
Make any and all adjustments required, and shift to backup machinery when appropriate
Unclog plumbing backups using blueprints for guidance
Operate power snakes and plungers, and remove various piping components as required
Perform maintenance on HVAC equipment and air handlers as assigned
Mix appropriate amounts of chemicals for treatment of boiler water based on earlier tests
Conduct mechanical boiler water treatments to maintain the desired limits
Clean boiler internals, including tubes, firebox, nozzles, stacks, and other designated components
Disassemble boiler for the yearly insurance inspection
Perform all work in accordance with (IAW) Manufacture’s Recommendations
Ensure all preventive maintenance work orders are completed as assigned
Keep records on equipment assigned, showing the type, model number, installation date, repair history, and/or service work performed
Maintain all other records and files pertaining to job functions as assigned
Work with outside contractors to review and interprets blueprints, technical manuals, and drawings to permit time, material, and labor estimates, and to assist in scheduling equipment downtime and installation assessments
Maintain inventory and stock of supplies used for facility and equipment repairs
Keep tools and parts in good operating condition
Keep assigned areas clean and in good overall appearance
Respond to trouble calls from the tenants of all CRMG buildings, including the hospital, ambulatory care centers, and medical office buildings
Maintain the security systems of the medical office buildings
Respond to codes as required and assist Security as necessary
Perform all work associated with the Zone Discrepancy Program as assigned
Read the Read File on a weekly basis and signs as appropriate
Assist in the testing of various alarm systems, i.e., fire Alarm System, etc.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient, personnel, and department information at all times
Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care