Boiler Room Engineer - Stratford Jefferson - Full Time

Health Partners Plans; New Jersey; On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. is seeking a Facilities technician to operate stationary steam boilers, pumps and related equipment, perform daily water treatment, and ensure safety rules are followed.

The role includes assisting with mechanical, electrical/HVAC tasks for the Facilities department and building needs. The candidate will monitor gauges, read meters, and maintain records while collaborating with the Lead/Chief Stationary Engineers.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical safety and lockout/tagout standards.
• Ability to ensure safe practices in daily operations and maintenance of premises.
• Willingness to perform general mechanical and minor electrical/HVAC work.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boilers, chiller and auxiliary systems.
• Read gauges and meters and take actions to ensure safe operation.
• Repairs like repacking valves, piping and lubrication of equipment.
• Perform routine cleaning and inspections to meet code requirements.
• Maintain records of readings and feed back to supervisors.

Skills

Electrical safety

Lockout/tagout

Premises safety

Adaptability

Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pumps & boilers knowledge

Job description

Number of Positions in Requisition 1

Job Details

Maintains and operates stationary steam boilers, pumps and related equipment such as water softeners, air compressors, water treatment systems and associated piping, chillers, tower and auxiliary systems. Performs daily chemical water treatment of the boilers to insure proper running of equipment. Abides by and enforces all safety rules and regulations, State and local in order to keep boiler house safe. Responsible for keeping the boiler house and immediate surrounding area clean and up to Jefferson's facilities standards. Occassionally required to perform general mechanical and minor electrical/HVAC work in support of the Facilities department and local building needs.

Job Description

Summary

Maintains and operates stationary steam boilers, pumps and related equipment such as water softeners, air compressors, water treatment systems and associated piping, chillers, tower and auxiliary systems. Performs daily chemical water treatment of the boilers to insure proper running of equipment. Abides by and enforces all safety rules and regulations, State and local in order to keep boiler house safe. Responsible for keeping the boiler house and immediate surrounding area clean and up to Jefferson's facilities standards. Occassionally required to perform general mechanical and minor electrical/HVAC work in support of the Facilities department and local building needs.

Job Duties Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson

• Operates and maintains boilers as well as chiller and auxiliary systems by reading meters/pressure gauges and taking necessary appropriate action to ensure safe operation.
• Repacks valves, changes piping, and lubricates compressors, pumps and related parts on a regular basis.
• Starts, stops, adjusts and regulates boilers and associated equipment as necessary to insure efficiency and continuity of service.
• Cleans boilers, waterside and fire side, annually or as required, to meet code and regulation requirements.
• Performs daily inspection of boilers, pipelines, and operating equipment for steam, water, air and fuel leaks or defective parts.
• Maintains record of gages and meter readings to determine fuel and steam consumption, steam produced, hot water and chilled/condensed water temperature, chiller operating pressure, etc.
• Consults with and keeps Lead/Chief Stationary Engineers apprised of activities, needs and issues as they arise.
• Performs other maintenance needs as required and directed by the supervisor or lead technician.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Vocational School, or equivalent.
• Understanding of electrical safety and lockout/tagout standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure safe practices in daily operations and effective maintenance and repair services for physical premises.
• Knowledge of methods and ability to grasp new concepts, acquire new ways of seeing things, and revise ways of thinking and behaving, with the understanding that this is an ongoing business necessity.
• Knowledge of successful approaches, tools, and techniques for dealing with changes and adapting to a changing environment, ability to adapt as needed.
• Knowledge of and ability to use tools and techniques to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from an emergency.
• Knowledge of HSE policy, ability to implement HSE policies to ensure that provided products and services are safe for people and the environment and in compliance with legal requirements and standards.

Physical Demands

Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Salary Range

$25.73 to $36.66 Hourly The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.

Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)

Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc Primary Location Address 18 East Laurel Road, Stratford, New Jersey, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people stro