Stationary Engineer - Emergency Relief

Seeking a Stationary Engineer to work on an as needed basis. All shift availability (7a - 3p, 3p - 11p, - 11p - 7a). Additional Shift Differential for Evening, Nights and Weekends.

Working under the general direction of the Manager of Plant Operations and/or the Director of Plant Operations, the Plant Engineer is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the boiler plant and auxiliary equipment, performing the inspections, ensuring efficient operation, maintenance, and repair as required. As needed, the First Engineer will also assist other trades.

The Plant Engineer works semi-independently with leeway to resolve facility issues and customer concerns, while ensuring good public relations and department image through personal contacts and assurance of quality standards to provide exceptional customer service, and a safe, functional, clean, efficient and attractive environment.

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

• Assist with Boiler Plant Operation.
• Maintains adequate steam and chill water.
• Operates equipment in an efficient manner.
• Maintains ongoing knowledge of Boiler Plant Operation equipment and systems.
• Makes adjustments and repairs as needed.
• Completes various other repair work.
• Keeps area and equipment clean and maintains safe work area.
• Responds to routine maintenance calls while on shift.
• Completes routine maintenance in timely manner.
• Reports problems promptly.
• Documents routine maintenance calls.
• Accurately troubleshoots emergency problems.
• Performs emergency repairs correctly, safely and in a timely manner.
• Keeps supervisor informed of issues, problems and status of work.
• Maintains professional appearance.
• Keeps uniform neat, clean, and without holes.
• Keeps shirt tucked into trousers.
• Displays  correctly.
• Assists other trades when needed.
• Willingly performs other duties.
• Displays a positive attitude.
• Maintains valid first class engineer’s license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic 480 volt, 3 phase motor control circuits utilizing electrical test equipment.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings.
• Ability to maintain and repair ventilation and temperature control systems including programmable controllers.
• Proficiency with the use of a computer including Microsoft Office, Energy Management and Maintenance Management software.
• Skilled with all types of hand and power tools.

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Trade or military school preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, to include a copy of driving record. Applicants must not have more than five violation points on their record or any D.U.I violations.
• Maryland 1st Class Engineer’s license or 2nd Class Engineer and four (4) years’ experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of high-pressure boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers and auxiliary plant equipment.

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

X Performance of job does not require patient contact

Medium-Heavy Work - Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Repetition:
Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Forceful Exertion:
The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of…