201134 - WMCH-Stationary Engineer at WVU Medicine

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HVAC Operation, Boiler Maintenance, Chiller Operation, Medical Gas Management, Emergency Generator Maintenance, Water Testing, Chemical Treatment, Mechanical Controls, Electrical Controls, Preventative Maintenance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Operates, adjusts and regulates heating, ventilating, and air conditioning units (HVAC) that include: boilers, chillers, hot water heaters, vacuum pumps, medical air and emergency generator which provide lighting, heating, cooling, air flow and other sources of power for the hospital. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Vocation-trade school graduate OR five (5) years of maintenance/mechanical experience. EXPERIENCE: 1. Three (3) years of maintenance/mechanical experience. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Monitors all mechanical and electrical controls and automatic features on equipment present in boiler room and mechanical rooms. Records readings of pressure gauges, thermometers, air/liquid flow meters and makes adjustments to equipment to maintain proper, efficient and safe operation, specified by hospital and regulatory policies and regulations. 2. Maintains proper, safe and efficient operations of heating/cooling ventilating and air handling units, thermostats and humidistats to supply adequate air flow and temperature levels throughout the hospital. 3. Monitors and tests medical gas panels present in boiler room office. Maintain, service and reserve banks of cylinders; change from reserve to "in use" banks when alarms are activated. Replace empty bank of nitrogen or nitrous oxide cylinders. Test for leaks. Change defective seals on medical gas outlets in all patient areas. 4. Performs water tests on boilers, soft water system, and cooling tower water, closed loop heating and cooling water systems and adds chemical treatment as required to maintain proper water condition in related equipment. 5. Operates and maintains boilers. 6. Operates and maintains emergency generator. Records readings of generator usage during power loss, maintains oil, battery and cooling liquid levels to required levels. 7. Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition; sweeps and mops boiler room floors. Keeps mechanical equipment in clean and safe working condition; paints equipment to preserve and restore appearance. 8. Participates in fire alarm procedures as outlined in department policy manual when tripped by patients and personnel or due to real fire. 9. Assists in instructing and training new personnel in proper procedures and safe operation of boiler plant. 10. Charge person in absence of supervisor or Director of department. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Frequent standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting. 2. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Maintain established department and hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environment, infection and hazardous material control. 2. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment for patient care. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital. 2. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests. 3. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of assigned areas, necessary supplies and equipment. 4. Must be able to read and follow written work assignments. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WMCH Weirton Medical Center Cost Center: 606 WMCH Facilities Engineering Address: 601 Colliers Way Weirton West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Thank you for your interest in working for WVUM. Please explore our open opportunities in the list below and apply for any positions in which you would like to be considered. You'll be able to keep track of your progress on our site. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.

Responsibilities

Operates and regulates HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, and emergency generators to ensure power and climate control for the hospital. Monitors mechanical controls, manages medical gas panels, and performs water chemistry tests to maintain safe equipment operation.