Stationary Engineer I

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position operates 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. The Stationary Engineer I maintains accurate records and reports on equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress, and completed work using logbooks and a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). This role requires a basic skill level in utilizing Building Automation Systems (BAS) for monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment, and responding to alarms in a timely and correct manner. The position also involves performing basic preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment, troubleshooting issues to determine root causes, and executing repairs or installations with minimal impact to hospital operations and patient care. The Stationary Engineer I responds to building occupant complaints professionally, keeps requesters informed of corrective action status, and maintains daily logs, preventive maintenance records, and equipment repair files to comply with regulatory requirements. Routine general maintenance tasks such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping, and snow removal are also part of the responsibilities. The role involves performing repairs on a variety of facility systems, including mechanical, electrical, and building systems, with guidance and supervision. Timely and proper response to service calls, work orders, and preventative maintenance is crucial to maintain a safe and efficient environment. All tasks and work time are documented on the CMMS. The Stationary Engineer I reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge for completing assignments. Travel is required for this position, and the incumbent may be exposed to road and weather hazards.

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.
• 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.
• 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 and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel.
• May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Operates all campus heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including boilers, steam absorption and centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, fans, pumps and systems in a manner that optimizes efficiency, safety, and occupant comfort per department policies and procedures with guidance/assistance.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress and completed work through logbooks and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with guidance/assistance.
• Basic level of skill to utilize BAS as a tool for both monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment.
• Responds to alarms in a timely and correct manner.
• Basic level of skill to 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 to ensure that systems remain within the established operating parameters.
• Basic level of skill to troubleshoot issues with HVAC equipment determine the root cause in a timely manner.
• Executes repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care.
• Appropriately requests assistance as warranted by the situation.
• Responds to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Keeps requester appraised of the status of corrective action.
• Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements as directed.
• Performs routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping and snow removal.
• Performs repairs on a large variety of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, building systems and other critical systems with guidance/supervision.
• Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventative maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment.
• Documents all tasks and work time on the CMMS.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and 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

What This Job Offers

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