What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Plant Specialist position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Support Services
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Plant Operations- SLRMC
- Shift: 7am-3:30pm
- Job ID: 160167
UnityPoint Health Information
UnityPoint-St. Luke's
Full-Time
7am-3:30pm
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Overview
This position has considerable knowledge of and is responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, trouble shooting and repair of all kinds and types of power generation equipment and systems and central plant equipment. Coordinates, educates, mentors, and monitors the work of others and performs other skilled work of considerable difficulty at all facilities. This position completes regulatory testing and documentation reports related to power generation systems and is responsible for overseeing the regulatory testing of these systems at all locations. This position will be the point person for all power plant on-call issues and emergency response coordination. Must utilize good communication and customer relation skills. Will be on call for off-shifts (6 pm to 7 am on weekdays) and weekends. Must meet minimum requirements for on call which includes a 30-minute response time from activation/call to hospital.
Responsibilities
Key Accountability
- Under minimal supervision is responsible for the safety, reliability and operation of power generating equipment and associated electrical switchgear. This includes building automation systems, low pressure steam boilers, high pressure steam boilers, chillers, cooling towers, water treatment, etc. and the associated pumps, valves, and distribution systems located in the central utility plant and throughout all facilities as well as any other assigned equipment and systems located throughout all facilities.
- Educates and oversees training of all plant operations personal for any items located in the facility.
- Leads regulatory testing of emergency power generating equipment and switchgear at all facilities in coordination with other plant operations employees.
- Actively participates in the design and construction of any mechanical systems located in or impacting the central utility plant. This includes, but is not limited to, engineering review, design feasibility analysis, and oversite of contractors in the plant.
- Point person for any on-call issues, escalations or emergencies located within the facility.
- Assist in moving furniture, equipment, etc.
- Perform competency testing in their area of specialization and provide training for other plant operations staff.
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
- Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
- Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
- Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
- Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
- Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications
Education:
| High school graduate or GED equivalent. Diploma or certificate from a two year technical school or recognized equivalent correspondence course in Central Utilities Plant Safety and Maintenance. | Some supervisory experience is desirable. |
Experience:
| 5 years working in the maintenance and/or repair field with 1 year working in a Utilities Plant setting. | 5 or more years working in the healthcare maintenance field. |
License(s)/Certification(s):
| Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Must possess Hydronic 1st Class license. |
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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
| Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions. Must demonstrate the ability to learn to solve complex problems under minimal supervision. Must demonstrate the ability to utilize blue prints, schematics, air flow hoods, and measuring and testing equipment to solve problems of considerable difficulty and to verify proper functioning and operation of equipment, systems, or facilities. Must learn regulations, codes, and standards related to Health Care HVAC requirements.
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Other:
| Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
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