What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stationary Engineer position at UPMC?
Join our team at UPMC Presbyterian as a Stationary Engineer, where you will operate, maintain, and round a variety of mechanical equipment in a hospital and research environment. In this role, you will be responsible for HVAC systems, performing routine rounds, minor plumbing repairs, electrical repairs and troubleshooting, and maintaining the pneumatic tube system. Your expertise will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our facilities, contributing to the high standard of care we provide to our patients and supporting our cutting-edge research initiatives.
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.
