Department Overview

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* $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee

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* 8 paid holidays per year

* Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Two raises per year - One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase

* Employee discounts to local and major businesses

* Childcare service discounts

* Growth/Development Opportunities

* Vacation - up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service

* Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year

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The Stationary Engineer 1 position provides skilled, journey level support for the operation, maintenance and repair of the campus steam generation system and the ancillary equipment needed for the support of these systems. This includes but is not limited to: the main steam plant high pressure boilers, emergency back-up boiler, boiler, feed water and condensate return pumping systems. This individual reports to the Energy Manager and works as a part of a functional team within Facilities

Function/Duties of Position

* Operates the high-pressure steam generating boilers and maintains accurate operating logs. Makes adjustments to the boiler operations to maintain efficiency. Maintains the operation of steam distribution and condensate collection equipment and perimeter heating equipment. Monitors the medical gas distribution system. Operates and maintains campus chilled water system, Operates computer terminal to interface with the building automation control system.

* Performs planned and corrective maintenance on steam boilers, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, meters, mechanical, pneumatic control components, valves, piping, and steam traps, blowers, refractory, flow meters, conveyor equipment, gauges and de-aerating feed tanks. Manufactures parts from metal and sheet metal using lathe and drill presses, sheet metal fabrication tools, oxygen acetylene and electrical welding equipment, hydraulic presses and hand tools. Utilizes precision measuring devices including micrometers, calipers, electrical test meters, compressed gas analysis equipment, dial indicators and electronic temperature sensors.

* Performs water analyses to determine the chemical and mechanical water treatment necessary to maintain established parameters.

* May assist other skilled or journey-level trades people such as Stationary Engineer II's, sheet metalworkers or welders or facilities technicians in the performance of their tasks.

* Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

* Two years of experience operating and maintaining a high-pressure boiler system and auxiliary equipment which shows: Knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler systems operations; Knowledge of safety practices while operating and maintaining boiler systems and auxiliary equipment; Knowledge of how to perform chemical analysis of water

Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses:

* Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

* High school diploma or equivalent

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

* Experience with building automation control systems; Siemens (Apogee) or Johnson Controls (Metasys)

Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses:

* State of Oregon class III boiler / building service mechanic license.

* E.P.A. certification for handling refrigerants

Additional Details

Salary Range: $37.65 - $44.05 per hour

Working Conditions:

* May be required to work; dayshift, swing shift or graveyard, any day of the week, including weekends, to support the 24 hour steam plant operation.

* Must be able to work in or around: high levels of noise, extremely high temperatures, dirt, dust, odors, fumes and wet environments, poorly lit areas, bio-hazards, radioactive hazards, moving machinery and confined spaces. Danger of steam and hot water burns, electric shock, infection, lifting and minor injuries. Performs work in confined spaces such as underground utility tunnels, manholes, cooling towers and boilers using regulations and guidelines in performance of such duties. Required to walk, stand and work while bending and stooping for extended periods. Required to work outdoors in inclement weather. Ability to lift 50 lbs over head, ability to lift from floor to waist 90 lbs unassisted. Ability to climb ladders and elevated walkways, work from extension and "A" frame ladders to 40 ft.

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.