Plant Engineer III

Luminis-Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan (with employer match)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs and more

Job summary

Luminis Health is seeking an HVAC/Plant Operations technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hospital boiler, HVAC, and related systems at the Lanham facility. You will monitor equipment, test water quality, log readings, and ensure safe operation under state regulations.

The role requires a High School diploma and several years of plant operations experience, as well as a Maryland driver’s license and appropriate licenses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Specialized training in carpentry, painting, light construction desirable.
• Three to five years’ experience in Plant Operations.
• Must be familiar with basic mechanical tools.
• Valid Maryland driver license with a clean driving record (≤2 points).
• First Grade Stationary Plant Engineer License from the State of Maryland.
• Universal CFC Certification (EPA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on boiler and HVAC plant equipment and keeps boiler room orderly.
• Makes rounds in boiler room and auxiliary spaces; records readings every two hours on critical equipment.
• Checks water levels and tests water quality for heating and cooling systems.
• Maintains reports and logs per department policies.
• Reports malfunctions promptly; uses CMMS for work and equipment documentation.
• Monitors building climate using energy management system.
• Performs plumbing-related tasks and coordinates with plumbers and other trades as needed.
• Performs electrical maintenance on outlets, switches, circuits and fixtures.
• Maintains HVAC systems including air handlers, ducts, and system controls.
• Disposes of hazardous waste in compliance with laws.

Skills

Basic mechanical tools

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Specialized training in carpentry, painting, light construction

Job description

Position Objective:

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance functions on hospital air conditioning, heating, air supply, and refrigeration systems.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Performs corrective andpreventive maintenance on all boiler and HVAC plant equipment, includingmaintaining order and cleanliness within the boiler room. (On second and third shift, perform corrective maintenance and emergency repairs throughout the Medical Center).
2. Makes rounds of the boiler roomand designated auxiliary machinery spaces to monitor equipment andoperations. Performs required safety test on boilers on every shift,recording readings every two hours on critical plant equipment in service.
3. Checks water levels on allheating and cooling systems in use. Collects water samples from eachsystem and conducts tests to determine proper chemical content.
4. Maintains all reports and logsaccording to departmental policies and procedures.
5. Reports promptly all malfunctionsof equipment, or other irregularities to appropriate personnel. Participates in the computerized maintenance management system for work and equipment documentation.
6. Monitors and manages buildingclimate using the energy management computer system.
7. Clean and unclog drains andtoilets, repair water faucets, flushometers, perform the installation of plumbing fixture and piping, perform repairs in steam, oxygen, vacuum andother medical gases. Request assistance from plumbers, painters, HVAC technicians, carpenters, and plant operators when necessary.
8. Performs electrical maintenance on receptacles, light switches, electrical circuits and fixtures.
9. Performs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance on air conditioning units, fans,air handlers, water heaters, converters, duct work and system controls.
10. Disposes of hazardous waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal laws and regulations.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• One ormore years of specialized training in appropriate technical fields consisting of carpentry, painting, light construction.
• Must be familiar with basic mechanical tools
• Three to five years’ experience in Plant Operations

Required License/Certifications:

• Valid Maryland drivers license anda driving record with no more than two (2) points.
• First Grade Stationary Plant Engineer License from the State of Maryland.
• Universal CFC Certification (EPA) preferred.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$24 — $50 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

*Benefit offerings based on employment status