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Medxcel

Union St Joseph Hospital Stationary Engineer

Medxcel, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Union St Joseph Hospital Stationary Engineer

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Medxcel is here to lead the transformation of healthcare facilities management by incorporating a new approach to providing services. Created by healthcare, for healthcare, we have a dedicated focus on our people and customers, as well as providing tools, processes, support resources, data analytics and insource strategies that drive results. The

Stationary Engineer

is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the power plant and associated control structures. They operate, maintain and adjust boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers and other equipment. The

Stationary Engineer

will conduct periodic inspections, perform preventive maintenance, log data, and may operate a motor vehicle. Location:

St. Joseph Hospital - Chicago, IL Base hourly wage:

$46.00 Responsibilities

Monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems. Adjust controls to generate specified electrical power or to regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations. Control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, or reactors, using control boards or semi-automatic equipment. Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers. Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland and pipe joints. Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, or reports. Receive outage calls and call in necessary personnel during power outages and emergencies. Prepare equipment malfunction reports, make inspections and determine whether equipment is operating properly. Take regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters and gauges, at established intervals. Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary. Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary. Inspect records or log book entries or communicate with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status. Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power. Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors, to prevent failure or deterioration. Open and close valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units. Assist in assignment of work to team members to ensure safe and efficient plant operation. Assist in training other team members on the daily operation, monitoring and maintenance of plant equipment. Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars to convey and gather information required to perform job functions. Assist and participate in special projects as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent - required. Stationary Engineer license for the City of Chicago - required. Experience

Three years of experience operating, maintaining and repairing high pressure boilers, large tonnage chillers, facility management systems, water treatment systems, pumps, and other related equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state and local plant operations and boiler codes - required. Experience in healthcare - preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Computer skills: Understanding and experience with basic Windows programs and Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook. Knowledge of instrumentation troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Strong analytical abilities for interpreting building system documents, prints and layouts. In-depth knowledge of boilers, chillers, pumps and water systems. Ability to operate tools and equipment with skill level acquired through trade and/or vocational schools. Ability to calibrate systems, perform preventive maintenance, and operate specialized machinery and tools for heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning and refrigeration systems. Effective oral and written communication and the ability to work cooperatively with others. Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Ability to delegate tasks, follow up on assigned tasks and report on progress. Ability to train others on technical components, regulations and internal procedures. Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a stressful environment.

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