What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Engineer position at Forrest City Medical Center?
Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on the hospital's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural systems.
- Monitor and maintain the safe operation of boilers, chillers, generators, pumps, air handling units, domestic water systems, and other building equipment.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs throughout the facility.
- Troubleshoot building system failures and implement effective corrective actions.
- Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules.
- Operate and monitor the Building Automation System (BAS) to ensure optimal building performance.
- Perform basic carpentry, painting, drywall, ceiling tile, flooring, locksmith, and general maintenance repairs as needed.
- Assist with facility renovation, construction, equipment installation, and space modification projects.
- Inspect fire and life safety equipment and assist with required testing and documentation.
- Maintain utility systems and assist in monitoring energy efficiency initiatives.
- Accurately complete work orders and maintenance documentation using the hospital's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, Joint Commission standards, OSHA regulations, NFPA Life Safety Code, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Coordinate work with outside contractors and vendors as assigned.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory in a clean and organized manner.
- Participate in the Plant Operations on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.
Experience
Required- 3 year(s): · Minimum of three (3) years of commercial or institutional building maintenance experience required. · Hospital or healthcare facility maintenance experience preferred.
Education
Required- High School or better
- Technical/other training or better in Electrical Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Plumber
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