Full Time-Variable

Washington Hospital•Fremont, CA

57d•$78

About The Position

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required. A Stationary Engineer works for the Chief of Facilities Services, but performs various daily assignments under the direction of the Facilities Engineering Manager or designee. Watch Function: Maintains a continuous watch on all machinery and equipment to insure uninterrupted supply of services and utilities. Maintenance Function: Maintains all mechanical equipment and machinery in all departments throughout the building.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of Four Year Stationary Engineers Apprenticeship Program or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Must possess current EPA CFC Certification, Universal Technician
Two years of journeyman level experience in operation, maintenance and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment involving the use of automatic controls.
Possess the ability to read, understand and apply current codes and standards to all installations, modifications and or maintenance assignments. California Title 8, Title 22, Title 24 JCAHO Environment of Care Standards NFPA Life Safety Code Uniform Building Code with California Amendments Uniform Mechanical Code with California Amendments Uniform Electrical Code with California Amendments National Electrical Code
Thorough knowledge of high and low pressure boilers and of pneumatic, lighting, HVAC, and other mechanical equipment and of the methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the operation, maintenance and repair of such equipment. Thorough knowledge of electrical service and electrical distribution systems.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, manuals, diagrams and operating procedures.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and take prompt action during emergencies.
Proficient with use of computer, Building Automation System, MS Word and Excel.
Thorough knowledge of how to use and maintain plant tools and equipment.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

Maintains a continuous watch on all machinery and equipment to insure uninterrupted supply of services and utilities.
Maintains all mechanical equipment and machinery in all departments throughout the building.
Demonstrates efficient time management skills
Maintains priorities and organization of workload.
Completes scheduled PM’s, inspections and repairs in a timely manner, according to standards.
Responds in a timely manner and according to department policy to all work order requests with highest emphasis on patient related complaints or service requests.
Assures that the work area and plant engineering spaces are kept clean and orderly.
Performs all tasks in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures.
Follows procedure in the event of fire, power failure, disaster and/or other emergency.
Maintains knowledge of use and application of all tools and instruments in the Facilities/Engineering Department.
Maintains a record of regular and prompt attendance as scheduled.
A Stationary Engineer may be required to monitor, inspect, maintain, or watch and keep logs on the following systems and equipment: Medical Gas Delivery Systems HVAC System: Assist in maintaining and repairing HVAC controls and associated equipment (ducting, fan coils, air handlers, exhaust fans, chillers, cooling towers.) Fire Alarm System: Fire drills and fire protection system (Safety Equipment) Steam Distribution System: Boilers, heat exchangers, control and associated equipment Water Distribution System Electrical Distribution System: Primary and secondary electrical distribution system and panels Emergency Generator Power System Nurse Call System Med-Gas Alarm System Code Blue Alarm System
Performs preventive maintenance duties on Hospital physical structures
Performs assigned tasks in a professional manner as to reflect the highest integrity of the Engineering Department
Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication
Reads blueprints, interprets instructions and prepares specifications
Responsible for the operation, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of boiler equipment, HVAC equipment, emergency generator equipment and other related plant and facility equipment.
Responsible for testing and treatment of boiler water, hot water system, chilled water system.
As required, assists in maintaining electrical wiring, installing, replacing, repairing and testing electrical circuit’s equipment, appliances and lighting systems.
Performs urgent corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
Maintains routine records of all inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs performed on an equipment or system.
Knowledge and observance of safety precautions
May perform other related duties.
Works on a variety of difficult and complex installations, modifications, maintenance and/or repairs to electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems and equipment.
Identifies documents and corrects equipment problems and or systems failures.
Orders and maintains parts and supplies for specific repairs and maintenance activities.
Responds to Hospital and Facilities emergencies as required.
Issues status reports consisting of a daily log of activities; such as filling out of time cards, completing work orders, rounds sheets, telephone log, incident reports, etc.
Maintains open communications with staff, Managers, Directors, Contractors, Vendors and other Departments on facility issues, equipment problems and information. Coaches an assists in the development of Apprentice and Utility Engineers as required.
As required, serves as special liaison and/or Special Project Lead
Works both independently and with others as require.
Maintains assigned two way radio, responds to radio calls and messages promptly using clear concise language.
Demonstrates “GUEST” relation skills when dealing with patients, visitors, staff and the public.
Maintains confidentiality as appropriate
Provides advance notice for absence or tardiness
Keeps work area neat and orderly.
Supports departmental quality efforts by using performance improvement efforts in monitoring and improving departmental operations
Observes universal precautions
Participates in regular staff in service and education training to keep abreast of new facilities technology, information and process.
Seeks to improve performance by participating in self-development activities, in service and continuing education that is appropriate to the area of practice.
Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with department and hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with hospital-wide JCAHO mandatory events (i.e. disaster preparedness, infection control, fire and electrical safety, etc.)
Demonstrates awareness of and compliance with, patient safety and regulatory and licensing standards: i.e., JCAHO, Title 22, OSHA, EMTALA, HIPAA and other serve specific regulations.