Lead Engineer

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA is seeking a Lead Engineer to direct maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment, including minor construction and installations. You will supervise staff and contractors while ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

The role covers preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnostics, and documentation of services rendered. You will train staff, order parts, and maintain records to meet state and accreditation requirements.

Qualifications

• AA degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in building plant operations and maintenance.
• Ability to read equipment manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Directs maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoots mechanical/electrical systems and replaces defective parts.
• Trains staff and may order supplies.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Codes & compliance

Education

AA degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Lead Engineer directs the activity of assigned personnel and service contractors in the preventive and corrective maintenance of buildings, grounds as well as related fixed and portable equipment, minor construction and equipment installation.

Essential Responsibilities

Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Provides functional direction to assigned personnel. Performs preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment according to established procedures inspects, calibrates, adjusts, lubricates and repairs or replaces components. Services or repairs the more complex equipment schedules and maintains records of maintenance and repairs. Diagnoses system malfunctions on a variety of mechanical and/or electrical equipment. Dismantles and repairs or replaces defective parts reassembles, tests and reinstalls equipment. Responds to calls for emergency repairs completes repairs and documents services rendered. Performs and documents scheduled inspections and electrical safety tests necessary to maintain conformance to code requirements. Performs and documents equipment repairs as well as tests new and repaired equipment before it is put into service. Trains staff in the operation and repair of equipment. May order supplies and parts according to established procedures. May assist Purchasing in evaluating new equipment. Maintains records in compliance with State/TJC requirements. Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with personnel, Health Plan members and the public. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• Associate of Arts degree in Engineering or technical disciplines of Plant Operations, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing or equivalent work experience (two years Five- (5) years experience in building plant operations and maintenance. Ability to demonstrate and utilize knowledge of HVAC, ability to trouble-shoot electrical and maintenance problems and knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local codes. Five- (5) years experience in building plant operations and maintenance.

Education

• Associate of Arts Degree in Engineering or technical disciplines of Plant Operations, Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Electrical, Plumbing, or equivalent work experience (two years).

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• City of Los Angeles Steam Engineering License or comparable licensed issued by the legally constituted municipality in which a Kaiser Permanente facility is located 3 years of relevant work experience in an acute care general medical center Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and blueprints.

Primary Location

California,Downey,Downey Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Day

Workdays

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start

07:00 AM

Working Hours End

03:30 PM

Job Schedule

Full-time

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

B03|IUOE|Local 501

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Department

Downey Medical Center - Prop/Fac-Facility Maintenance - 0801

Pay Range

$61.53 - $61.53 / hour

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Work Setting

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.