Nebraska Methodist Health System
Plant Engineer - Full Time - Nights
Nebraska Methodist Health System, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Overview
Plant Engineer - Full Time - Nights at Nebraska Methodist Health System Location: Methodist Hospital, 8303 Dodge St. - Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Sun-Wed 9pm to 7:30am Responsibilities
Operates boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, water treatment systems and testing, medical air and vacuum systems, medical gases, compressors, and refrigeration systems and equipment by following manufacturer and department policies and procedures to ensure a safe, comfortable healthcare environment. Operates and tests the Emergency Generator and Transfer Switch System in accordance with Joint Commission Standards to ensure essential electrical functions during emergencies and outages. Operates Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, building automation systems, refrigeration monitoring systems, patient care systems, and all support equipment systems by following manufacturer\'s specifications to ensure a comfortable, health environment for Health System facilities. Performs scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs of environmental control equipment and patient care systems by following maintenance schedules and specifications to ensure operational status when needed. Performs and documents scheduled equipment inspection rounds throughout the shift to ensure complete and accurate data for maintenance control. Performs water testing to determine chemical levels in various systems by using standard test methods and treating systems according to test results to ensure water meets established requirements. Maintains appropriate inventory of parts and supplies by using departmental inventory control procedures to ensure timely and cost efficient maintenance and repair activities. Monitors and documents all work tasks to ensure complete and accurate data for maintenance management control. Establishes good working relations with staff members, patient families, supervisors, vendors, and contractors to ensure excellent customer service. Job Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) required. Experience
1 – 2 years previous experience in steam plant operations required. 1 – 2 years previous experience in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) required. 1 – 2 years experience in troubleshooting equipment in mechanical or electrical fields preferred. 1 year previous experience in hospital plant operations preferred. License/Certifications
Third Grade Engineers License required at assigned facilities Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Knowledge of mechanical and utility systems in buildings required. Knowledge of hospital plant operations preferred. Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required. Basic computer skills required. Able to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents required. Requires the ability to provide transportation to other campus and/or work related locations within a reasonable timeframe. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Carrying Lifting Repetitive Motions Sitting Speaking/talking Standing Walking Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Keyboarding/Typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Reaching Repetitive Motions Speaking/Talking Standing Stooping/Bending Twisting Walking Job Hazards
Rare (1%-33%): Biological agents (primary airborne & blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Occasionally (34%-66%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex); Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps); Explosives (pressurized gas); Electrical Shock/Static; Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc); Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Frequently (67%-100%): Equipment/Machinery/Tools About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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Plant Engineer - Full Time - Nights at Nebraska Methodist Health System Location: Methodist Hospital, 8303 Dodge St. - Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Sun-Wed 9pm to 7:30am Responsibilities
Operates boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, water treatment systems and testing, medical air and vacuum systems, medical gases, compressors, and refrigeration systems and equipment by following manufacturer and department policies and procedures to ensure a safe, comfortable healthcare environment. Operates and tests the Emergency Generator and Transfer Switch System in accordance with Joint Commission Standards to ensure essential electrical functions during emergencies and outages. Operates Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, building automation systems, refrigeration monitoring systems, patient care systems, and all support equipment systems by following manufacturer\'s specifications to ensure a comfortable, health environment for Health System facilities. Performs scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs of environmental control equipment and patient care systems by following maintenance schedules and specifications to ensure operational status when needed. Performs and documents scheduled equipment inspection rounds throughout the shift to ensure complete and accurate data for maintenance control. Performs water testing to determine chemical levels in various systems by using standard test methods and treating systems according to test results to ensure water meets established requirements. Maintains appropriate inventory of parts and supplies by using departmental inventory control procedures to ensure timely and cost efficient maintenance and repair activities. Monitors and documents all work tasks to ensure complete and accurate data for maintenance management control. Establishes good working relations with staff members, patient families, supervisors, vendors, and contractors to ensure excellent customer service. Job Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) required. Experience
1 – 2 years previous experience in steam plant operations required. 1 – 2 years previous experience in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) required. 1 – 2 years experience in troubleshooting equipment in mechanical or electrical fields preferred. 1 year previous experience in hospital plant operations preferred. License/Certifications
Third Grade Engineers License required at assigned facilities Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Knowledge of mechanical and utility systems in buildings required. Knowledge of hospital plant operations preferred. Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required. Basic computer skills required. Able to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents required. Requires the ability to provide transportation to other campus and/or work related locations within a reasonable timeframe. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Carrying Lifting Repetitive Motions Sitting Speaking/talking Standing Walking Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Keyboarding/Typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Reaching Repetitive Motions Speaking/Talking Standing Stooping/Bending Twisting Walking Job Hazards
Rare (1%-33%): Biological agents (primary airborne & blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Occasionally (34%-66%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex); Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps); Explosives (pressurized gas); Electrical Shock/Static; Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc); Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Frequently (67%-100%): Equipment/Machinery/Tools About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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