What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boiler Technician-Plant Operations-Methodist position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Support Services
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Plant Operations- Meth
- Shift: 7a-330pm Mon-Fri
- Job ID: 179914
This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation, installation, inspection, preventive maintenance, routine maintenance and repairs of, but not limited to, mechanical and electrical equipment, i.e., steam boilers, all HVAC systems, all refrigeration systems, emergency generators, cogeneration equipment, utility distribution systems, all chilled water equipment, building automation systems, pneumatic tube system, buildings, plumbing, sanitary, medical gasses, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, nurse call systems and audiovisual equipment (televisions, VCR’s, etc.). Completion of this work will contribute positively to the safety, health and comfort of the patients, visitors and employees of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
- Balances team and individual responsibilities. Objective and open to other’s views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to positive team goals. Puts success of team above own interest.
- Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
- Helps perform repairs and preventive maintenance on steam boilers, HVAC systems, emergency generators, cogeneration equipment and utility distribution systems, chilled water and hot water heating systems, building automation system, repairs on buildings, plumbing and mechanical items.
- Has knowledge of building sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
- Helps install new electrical and mechanical equipment as necessary.
- Displays considerable initiative and judgment involved in determining extent of repairs as may be required on all equipment and buildings selecting appropriate materials, and utilizing the most effective methods, techniques and procedures when required to complete job assignments.
- Cooperates with Facilities Manager and Supervisor and other employees to maintain equipment, parts and supplies. Makes recommendations to Facilities Manager and Supervisor regarding desired changes in operation and maintenance procedures.
- Keeps informed through periodicals, books, training seminars, on-the-job training and other sources and participates in approved training programs to further job knowledge.
- Records time of day, date, hours and/or minutes and materials expended on jobs and maintains files of pertinent records on machinery and equipment through the TMA equipment/work order database.
- Observes and practices accepted procedures in the care and use of equipment and tools. Observes safety regulations and practices.
- Communicates with Facilities Manager, Supervisor and co-workers to achieve understanding in a positive manner.
- Performs duties other than described due to extenuating circumstances.
Education: High school diploma preferred, or equivalent. Education and experience may be combined to satisfy minimum qualifications.
Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in industrial or commercial operations.
Must be familiar with plant operating techniques as applied to systems and equipment.
License(s)/Certification(s): Must have a valid drivers’ license