Stationary Engineer

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Francisco is seeking a dedicated technician to perform maintenance and troubleshooting on critical systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, and life safety equipment. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience, the ability to operate microprocessor-based devices, and a strong knowledge of various systems in a medical environment. This position requires a high school diploma and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• At least three years of related experience and/or training.
• Competency to operate microprocessor-based devices.
• Capable of maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC equipment.
• Working knowledge of medical gas distribution and alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and analyze various physical plant equipment.
• Perform inspections and adjustments of equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems in normal and abnormal situations.
• Test newly installed machines to meet contract specs.

Skills

HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting

Microprocessor device operation

Electrical distribution knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Carpentry skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MP2 work order system

Refrigeration systems

Electrical tools

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chief or Assistant Chief Engineer, performs activities concerned with design, construction, modification, and maintenance of equipment and machinery in the medical center facility. Under limited supervision, ensures efficient and reliable operation of all machinery, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems within the Medical Center.

Essential Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of physical plant equipment/systems and operations, including life support and life safety equipment. May be required to work in emergency situations during off hours and on weekend shifts. Performs inspections and adjustments of equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, operation and maintenance manuals and other documents to determine proper operation. Troubleshoots and problem solves under normal and abnormal situations. Operates, adjusts, and analyzes various pieces of physical plant equipment through use of computers and microprocessor based devices. Tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications. Performs other duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Experience

• Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of physical plant equipment/systems and operations, including life support and life safety equipment. May be required to work in emergency situations during off hours and on weekend shifts. Performs inspections and adjustments of equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, operation and maintenance manuals and other documents to determine proper operation. Troubleshoots and problem solves under normal and abnormal situations. Operates, adjusts, and analyzes various pieces of physical plant equipment through use of computers and microprocessor based devices. Tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications. Performs other duties as necessary.

Basic Qualifications

• Three years related experience and/or training.
• Competency to operate microprocessor based devices.
• Capable of performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC equipment (including chillers and boilers), electrical distribution, and operating room equipment.
• Must possess a working knowledge of medical gas distribution and alarm systems, water treatment, steam systems, refrigeration, compressors, pumps, electric motors, and variable frequency drives.
• Journeyman level field service experience in industrial electrical and/or refrigeration.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance and work order system, preferably MP2.
• Working knowledge and ability to perform duties of all trade classifications including electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 100 pounds.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration

• Driver's License (California)
• Universal Chlorofluorocarbons Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering background in acute care hospital preferred.