Stationary Engineer (1st Grade)

General Summary

Under moderate supervision of the Lead Stationary Engineer and under general supervision of the Chief Stationary Engineer, operates and maintains the central plant and related systems. Assumes the responsibilities of the Chief Stationary Engineer in his/her absence.

Mission

The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to the Lead Stationary Engineer and in general to the Chief Stationary Engineer. Follows general instructions and directions, plans own time to a degree to meet pre-determined schedules, work is subject to moderately direct supervision.

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021!  As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another.  The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health.  Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

• To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Valid Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineers license which must be kept current. Maryland drivers license which must be kept current and in good standing.
• Two years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of central utility system equipment required.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.

The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places, in outside weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed to humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and heat, risk of electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials requires the observance of standard precaution and safe handling practices.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

The employee must occasionally lift an

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Compensation:
Pay Range: $35.08-$52.64
Other Compensation (if applicable):
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