What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stationary Engineer-Oakland position at UPMC?
Purpose:
Operate, maintain and round a variety of mechanical equipment in a hospital and research environment as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain water chemistry and testing procedures on equipment and building systems.
- Record work orders and submit hours to supervisor on a daily basis.
- Safely and efficiently operate and maintain all mechanical systems, i.e., steam pressure heating systems, water systems, ventilation systems, refrigeration equipment, oxygen supplies and conditions, etc.; round mechanical equipment and machine rooms in all buildings as assigned.
- Perform any maintenance work required in which skills can be utilized.
- Inspect electrical distribution systems, locate short circuits, loose connectors, worn motor brushes, etc.; inspect fire alarm system and provide first response to all fire alarms.
- Maintain all written logs pertaining to shift responsibilities, i.e., preventive maintenance work orders, med gas logs, building and equipment room rounds, etc.
- Repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, piping systems, plumbing leads (soldering), defective pipes, and clogged drains.
- Ensure that parts and materials are in stock and available for repairs and scheduled maintenance.
- Operate and maintain a variety of building's direct digital control (DDC) systems and pneumatic tube system.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area, equipment rooms and shop areas.
- Perform all work following infection control procedures. Also responsible for setting up appropriate level of infection control containment (ICRA) based on risk level and maintaining the integrity of the containment.