Stationary Engineer

CommonSpirit Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s Methodist Hospital in Sacramento seeks a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair critical mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring continuous building operations and occupant comfort.

You will monitor HVAC, boiler, refrigeration, and power generation systems, perform preventive maintenance, log activities, respond to alarms, and collaborate with facilities staff to optimize energy use and reliability. A CA license and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• 4 years in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CA driver's license required.
• Associates of Science in Mechanical/Electrical Technology or related field; hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventive maintenance work orders per standard on work orders.
• Take readings and perform mechanical rounds; report discrepancies immediately to supervisor.
• Operate and maintain boiler operations and equipment, including fuel switching.
• Respond to emergencies and adhere to sterile dress codes where required.
• Operate and maintain HVAC equipment.
• Practice safe operation of equipment and use safety equipment as appropriate.

Skills

HVAC systems operation

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Associate of Science Mechanical/Electrical Technology

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Stationary Engineer, you will be a central figure responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of our facility's critical mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring continuous functionality for all building occupants. You will play a vital role in maintaining a stable and comfortable environment while optimizing energy and system reliability.

Every day, you will expertly monitor, operate, and troubleshoot complex HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, and power generation systems, performing meticulous preventive maintenance and repairs. You will also maintain precise logs, respond promptly to alarms and emergencies, and collaborate with other facilities personnel to ensure all infrastructure operates at peak efficiency.

To be successful in this role, you will combine a valid Stationary Engineer license, extensive experience in operating and maintaining large-scale building systems, and a profound understanding of MEP principles. You will demonstrate exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to safety, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted facility operations.

• Completes preventative maintenance work orders per standard indicated on work order.
• Takes readings and makes mechanical rounds checks within time frame. Reports any discrepancies immediately to supervisor.
• Demonstrates and exercises the necessary skills to operate and maintain all related boiler operations and equipment, including fuel switching.
• Responds and performs appropriately to emergency situations as they occur. Demonstrates and exercises appropriate actions when required to adhere to the sterile dress codes in related areas.
• Demonstrates and exercises the necessary skills to properly operate and maintain all related HVAC equipment.
• Consistently practices the safe operation of equipment and uses all safety equipment as appropriate.
• Job Requirements*Required
• 4 years overall Related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Driver's License: CA

Preferred

• Associates Of Science MechanicalElectrical Technology or related field and 2 years hospital experience.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1973, Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital is a 158-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$68.26 - $68.26 /hour