Stationary Engineer Lead

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wake Forest, NC

7d•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. The role involves maintaining accurate records, utilizing Building Automation Systems (BAS) for monitoring and control, responding to alarms, and performing preventive maintenance. The Stationary Engineer Lead is responsible for troubleshooting complex HVAC issues, executing repairs with minimal impact to patient care, and responding to building occupant complaints. The role also includes routine general maintenance, reading blueprints, leading small projects, and assisting facilities leadership with contractor oversight. This position acts as an informal resource for less experienced peers.

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.
EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification
EPA Fuel Underground Storage Tank (UST) Class A/B Operator Certification
Valid Driver's License
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.
5 or more Years of Stationary Engineering Experience
Advanced knowledge of applicable codes/regulations pertaining to assigned equipment and operations
Advanced computer skills (e.g., CMMS, building automation, and Microsoft Office)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, 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.

Nice To Haves

Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.

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 without 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) without guidance/assistance.
Utilizes BAS as a tool for both monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment.
Responds to alarms in a timely and correct manner.
Optimizes operation using trending reports as appropriate.
Performs 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.
Troubleshoots complex issues with HVAC equipment and determines 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.
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 without guidance/assistance.
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.
Defines new and more efficient methodologies/approaches.
Leads small projects and assists facilities leadership with overseeing contractor projects.
Acts as an informal resource for peers with less experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
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