PeaceHealth is seeking a Hospital Engineer for a 1.0 full time equivalent Non-Exempt position. This position will be working Day shift with shift durations of 8 Hours .
Req ID: 163596
* This position will be a day shift with includes every weekend.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides in-house ability to maintain a large variety of plant equipment and health care systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Repairs and maintains facilities, equipment, and utility systems in a manner that will optimize the provision of a code-compliant, safe, comfortable and healing environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Responds to and resolves alarm or emergency situations involving utility systems, life safety systems, and general facility equipment, including all non-medical fixtures and appliances.
Makes daily rounds in areas of responsibility for maintenance work and performs repairs according to department procedures.
Coordinates and oversees outside vendor service to ensure all work is properly completed and meets hospital standards for repair and maintenance.
Coordinates activities and documentation to accomplish goals of the department ensuring an efficient operating department.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
One year of building/plant maintenance training by one or more of the following approaches: trade school, apprenticeship, or military school or training.
Associates degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Minimum of three years of experience in hospital maintenance or industrial/commercial building/plant maintenance experience, or a combination of both required.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Building Operator Certification preferred.
Valid state driver's license
OTHER SKILLS:
Proficient in at least two of the following trades: plumbing, steam generation/maintenance, control/alarm systems, HVAC systems, or refrigeration
Knowledge of national and state codes, rules, regulations, laws and procedures applicable to the trade
Must be able to cope with repeated bending, squatting, stooping, prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
Must be able to lift up to 50pounds and safely operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic test equipment.
Have a general understanding of basic building structure and repair.
Must be able to communicate well both verbally and in writing with staff and contract services
Intermediate computer, keyboarding, and data entry skills required.
ST JOSEPH PHSYICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
Work constantly requires active physical exertion less than 66% of the time.
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
Work requires frequent exposure to conditions involving toxic materials or hazardous waste. Reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per month or more.
Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).
Please apply online to be considered. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 900 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission.
We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more about working at PeaceHealth and the Bellingham community please visit our homepage: www.peacehealth.org/careers .
Location: Bellingham , St. Joseph Medical Center (216) Job Category: Business, Administrative & Facilities Shift: Day Shift Length: 8 Hours FTE: 1.0 Work Type: Full Time Hourly compensation starts at: $ 24.28 , more depending on experience Required Certifications/Licensure: Drivers License
PeaceHealth is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to the following statuses: protected veteran; qualified individual with a disability; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; pregnancy; gender identity; national origin; age; genetic information; sexual orientation; or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, or federal laws.
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of caregivers assigned to this job.
Posting Notes: Bellingham || Business, Administrative & Facilities || Environmental Services/Facilities || Full Time || FACILITIES SVCS
PeaceHealth Physicians are as diverse as the communities they serve, but have the following in common:Dedication to carrying on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering and treating each person in a loving and caring way.A shared vision of every patient receiving exceptional, compassionate evidence-based care, every time, every touch.
