Stationary Engineer

Job Title:

Stationary Engineer

Location:

RWJUH Somerset

Department Name:
Plant Operations

Req #:

Status:
Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $29.00 - $38.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring for a Full-Time Stationary Engineer for RWJBarnabas Health University Hospital Somerset.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma, Technical School graduate or equivalent.
• Three to five years in boiler operation
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License
• Valid New Jersey Blue Seal License 1-C.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Shifts working:
  • Friday, Saturday - 11pm-7am
  • Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 3pm-11pm

Essential Functions:

• All work performed shall meet or exceed codes and/or standards for the industry and manufacturers specifications must be met. Normal, acceptable methods for installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment, appliances, and/or systems shall be evident at all times.
• Performs skilled tasks such as repairs and adjustments necessary for proper operation of mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C., and plumbing but not limited too the following and in the priority instructed by Supervision. Problems in completing the assigned work will be reported to Supervision immediately.
• Chemical testing is performed accurately as assigned. Documentation of testing is completed accurately and corrective action is taken immediately in accordance with the test results Problems in this area are reported to Supervision. Accurately perform water treatment tests and record.
• Maintain a clean environment in the Power Plant (General clean up, painting, etc.).
• Installs, troubleshoots and repairs stationary equipment such as pumps, compressors, motors, sterilization and Power Plant machinery, etc
• Performs tasks involving anchoring objects to sheetrock, masonry and other type of walls.
• Ability to drive all types of automobiles/trucks/vans including 4 wheel drive, automatic and manual transmission.
• All ladders, scaffolds, and other types of personnel lifting devices are utilized in conjunction with proper safety equipment at all times. Any breakdowns in equipment are reported to supervision immediately for maintenance attention.
• All hand and power tools (including welders, arbor press, hydraulic jack, and jack hammer) are utilized in conjunction with proper safety equipment at all times. Any breakdowns in equipment are reported to Supervision immediately for maintenance attention. All tools are cleaned and returned to their proper storage place after each use.
• Employee begins assigned work within a reasonable amount of time after instructed by Supervision. Upon completion of assigned work, the employee contacts Supervision for additional work.
• All boiler room logs are completed in full including work performed, materials used, date and time prior to the end of the scheduled shift.
• Hospital/Departmental polices and procedures (including tardiness, lunch/break and clean up schedules) are followed and observed at all times. Quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control complies with code and requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. Interdepartmental relations are not adversely affected by this individual. No problems exist in these areas.
• Demonstrates good communication and safety skills as they relate to patient population (infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
• Maintains inventory and is able to contact vendor for availability of parts/equipment, writes out a purchase order for the same and present all information to Supervision for approval.
• Serves as safety liaison between staff and supervision for the Facility Operations Department.
• Uses professional courtesy when communicating by telephone, 2-way radio, and writing.
• Employee demonstrates a high level of skill, knowledge in areas of specialization, of codes in areas of expertise, and follows them to the best of situation and/or ability. Provides leadership and is able to train fellow staff members in areas of responsibility, and is able to perform many of the duties found in the department.
• Willingly responds to all requests by Supervision. Assists trades personnel with general helper responsibilities and duties as assigned. Assists and/or completes assigned work during non-routine circumstances with a positive attitude. (Includes: snow removal, floods, fire, utility interruptions etc.). Problems in completing the assigned work are reported to Supervision immediately.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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