What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Engineer position at UPMC?
Purpose:
Under supervision, maintain the hospital's refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and other mechanical systems in a clean, repaired and running condition for an efficient operation. The hours and shifts of this position may vary, but primarily will be 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for setting-up appropriate level of infection control containment (ICRA) based on risk level and maintaining the integrity of that containment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of all components of refrigeration system and assist journeyman in troubleshooting equipment
- Perform all work following infection control procedures.
- Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check all mechanical equipment for efficient, safe operation.
- Under supervision, add proper chemicals to the desired requirements.
- Maintain clean and safe work area, equipment rooms and shop area.
- Under supervision, check water supply for chemical treatment levels.
- Interpret all information gathered from blueprints, instruction books and sketches, to maintain all mechanical equipment in efficient, safe working order.
- Oil and grease all parts of equipment.
- Operate the refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment in a safe manner.
- Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check meters, gauges, signal lights and other warning devices for possible problems and make necessary corrections.
- Under supervision of an engineer or refrigeration staff, inspect all air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment to identify possible deficiencies and/or malfunctions.
- Adheres to the Basics of Service Excellence in all interactions with clients and the public.
- Record personal work orders and submit hours on a daily basis.
- Under supervision, inspect mechanical devices and make any necessary repairs or corrections.
- Under supervision of a journeyman electrician or engineer, inspect electrical wiring and electrical devices and make necessary repairs and corrections.
- Order material necessary for any job.
- Collect data sheets and charts for leadman and manager.
