Journeyman 1 - stationary Engineer

Join Our Team at UPMC Hamot – Where Your Skills Keep Us Running Strong

Are you a licensed Stationary Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? UPMC Hamot is seeking a dedicated and skilled Journeyman 1 – Stationary Engineer to join our Facilities team in Erie, PA. This full-time position primarily works second shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) following a comprehensive training period, and includes alternating weekends and holidays.

As a key member of our operations team, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and monitoring our boiler systems, while also supporting other critical infrastructure such as HVAC, medical gases, and domestic water systems. Your expertise will help ensure a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for our patients and staff.

To be considered, candidates must hold a City of Erie Stationary Engineer License.

At UPMC, we're committed to your success. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package, along with opportunities for career growth and professional development in a supportive and innovative healthcare setting.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with a leading healthcare provider, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Operate Boilers safely and efficiently in automatic or manual modes utilizing primary and alternate fuel sources as needed.
• Maintain associated components of Boilers, Condensate Pumps, Feed Water Pumps, Deaerator tank, Plant Master Controls, and Feedwater master controls.
• Maintain water chemistry and perform testing procedures on boilers, feedwater, cooling towers, and other equipment and building systems and make adjustments as required.
• Maintain all written logs for Boilers and associated components.
• Document pressures, temperatures, steam production, water usage, gas/oil consumption. etc.
• Safely and efficiently operate and maintain all mechanical systems, i.e., steam pressure heating systems, water systems, ventilation systems, refrigeration equipment, etc.; round mechanical equipment and machine rooms in all buildings as assigned.
• Maintain electrical distribution systems, locate short circuits, loose connectors, worn motor brushes, etc.; inspect fire alarm system and provide first response to all fire alarms.
• Rebuild hot water pumps, condensate return pumps and other pumps as required.
• Maintain Air compressors.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas including utility plant, equipment rooms, and shop areas.
• Maintain all written logs pertaining to shift responsibilities, i.e., med gas, equipment room rounds, etc.
• Operate and maintain a variety of building's direct digital control (DDC) systems.
• Order materials as needed.
• Perform all work following infection control procedures.
• Complete minor repairs and painting on equipment and piping systems in the utility plant.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks and work orders as assigned and document through the CMMS system.
• Perform minor repairs and maintaining of plumbing fixtures, piping systems, plumbing leaks (soldering), defective pipes, and clogged drains.
• May in the course of their duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate of the career ladder based on education, experience, and manager discretion.

Candidates who do not meet qualifications of the Journeyman level could be considered for a General Maintenance 2 role but would need a current City of Erie Water Tender license (held that license for at least 1 year 10 months) to be eligible to pass the Stationary engineer exam within 60 days, during which we can train and help with the education necessary.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required. Two-year Mechanical or related Trade School program or an Apprenticeship in a Trade. Military experience considered. OR Completion of a high school diploma/GED and a Total of 8 years of general maintenance work experience working in a healthcare or commercial environment is required. Military experience considered. 2 years' stationary engineer work experience working in a healthcare or commercial building environment required.

General Maintenance Requirements:

• Current Water Tender License with City of Erie for 1 year and 10 months and eligible to pass Stationary Engineer exam within 60 days.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Two years general maintenance-related work experience OR completion of a trade school required. Military experience considered.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Driver's License is required to meet the local or state governing authorities' requirements and meet applicable local codes. License is required within 30 days of hire.
• Stationary Power Engineer
• Act 34
• City of Erie Stationary Engineer License is required, but would consider a Water Tender licensed individual if they are eligible to take the Stationary exam.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran