Senior Lead Stationary Engineer

Division: Operations and Support Services

Job Title:  Senior Lead Engineer

Job Code: 601

Position Summary

In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required.

Plan, organize, direct and supervise assigned actitives of the Engineering Department functions which are necessary in maintaining physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utilities and grounds of Washington Hospital.

Accountable to the Facility Manager for planning and maintaining an effective organization, for administering labor and material controls, for training of maintenance personnel on safety and for effective performance.

Statement of Accountability

Reports to:  Facility Manager

Qualifications

• Education
• Licensure
• Work Experience
• Skills/computer/ specific technical

• Other qualifications, miscellaneous

Specify if qualifications are Required or Preferred

1. Education:

Required: High School diploma

Required: Four (4) year apprenticeship or equivalent

Required: Training in HVAC, Building automation, Electrical, HazMat training (OSHA 20 CFR), High Rise Fire Safety Certificate

Required: Supervisory and or Leadership Training or Certificate

Preferred: Associates Degree

1. Licensure:

None

1. Working Experience:

Seven years of journeyman level experience in maintenance, operation and repair of HVAC, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, knowledge of building automation.

Preferred: Supervisory experience or training

Five years experience in the operation and supervision of a plant operations and engineering department in an acute care hospital or hospital system. Must have experience in all facets of plant operations. Demonstrated ability to supervise a work force and conduct work place training.

1. Skills and Abilities:

Must possess skills and abilities of a journeyman stationary engineering and have excellent leadership and communication skills and place strong emphasis on customer service. Must be computer literate and be able to produce reports, spreadsheets and presentations on engineering workload, customer satisfaction, and compliance with TJC, State and Local regulatory compliance and other reporting as required.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Achieving Results

Key Components: asses, plan, evaluate, demonstrate initiative, quality of work, productivity

• Assigns corrective maintenance work orders to appropriate staff members based on classification. Verify completion of corrective maintenance work orders from daily AIMS reports and dashboard
• Directs the  implementation of standards for plant operations, maintenance, safety, buildings, grounds and equipment Focuses on prevention and identification of issues/problems prior to their impact on operations, patient care and customer satisfaction

• Asses and can read building drawings and prints.
• Identifies/implements strategies to monitor and reduce costs and improve service.
•    Coordinates PM work with vendor schedules, supply needs and department manpower

Demonstrates Skills

Key Components:

Competency, job knowledge, organizational skills, analytical skill, management of information, employee and patient safety

• Responsible for administration of Building Automation System (BAS) for the Engineering Department
• Advises the Facility Manager concerning structural changes and additions.
• May perform other duties as assigned essential to the job classifciaton

Planning & Coordinating

Key Components: delegates, decision making, problem solving, management of resources.

• Periodically inspects equipment, buildings, and utility systems. Advises Facility Manager of needed repairs and recommended upgrades.
• Coordinates training seminars for the Engineering Department.

Professionalism

Key Components: dependability, interpersonal skills, teamwork, patient first ethic, customer service, communication skills, punctuality/attendance, receptiveness to criticism, judgment, confidentiality

• Works with the Facility Manager on departmental personnel matters pertaining to employment, training, and employee grievances. Reports to the Facility Manager regarding problems resolved or unresolved.
• Maintains open communications with staff, managers, directors, contractors, vendors, and other departments on facility issues, equipment problems and information. Coaches and assists in the development of Apprentice and Utility Engineers as requested.
• As required, serves as special liaison and/or Special Project Lead.
• Works both independently and with others as required.
• Demonstrates “GUEST” relation skills when dealing with patients, visitors, staff and the public.
• Maintains confidentiality as required.

Improving the Organization

Key Components:

Performance improvement, quality initiatives

• Supports hospital wide LEAN efforts by participating on Process Improvement Teams as required and various committees designed to improve processes.
• Supports departmental quality efforts by using LEAN techniques in monitoring and improving departmental operations. 

Self-Development

Key Components: maintain license/certification, education and training

• Seeks to improve performance by participating in self-development activities, in-service, and continuing education that is appropriate to the area of practice.

Regulatory Compliance

Key Components: JCAHO, Title 22, OIG, HIPAA, State/Federal laws, hospital policies

• Demonstrates awareness of, and compliance with, patient safety and regulatory and licensing standards; i.e. TJC, Title 22 OSHA, EMTALA, HIPAA and other service specific regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with hospital-wide TJC mandatory events (i.e. disaster preparedness, infection control, fire and electrical safety, etc.)
• Maintains all Facitlies functions in compliance with applicable TJC standards and Federal/State/County/Local regulations at all times.
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Prepared by:

Tracy Lomax

Title:

Facilities Manager

Date:

07/30/24

Approved by:

Larry LaBossiere

Title:

VP/COO

Date:

07/30/24

Approved by:

John Zubiena

Title: 

Chief of Human Resoruces

07/30/24

Personnel Office Review:

Date:

Revised Date:

Lifting Objects/Patients

Back Injuries

Hernias

Understand A&P of the back, causes of back pain, preventive approaches, use of aids when lifting.

Preventive measures when lifting and use aids when lifting.

Slip/Trip/Falls 

Contusions, Sprains, Strains

Avoid undue speed.  Use handrails.  Clean up spills immediately.

Fires & Natural Disasters

Burns & All Types of Injuries

Recognize possible causes of fires.  Smoking materials, faulty equipment.  Employees should educate patients.  Compressed gasses are flammable & under pressure so must be handled with care.  Workers need to be familiar with disaster plans and know exit routes.

Electrical Hazards

Shocks & Burns

Be aware of unsafe equipment and appliances.  Attend electrical safety classes and seek assistance if any unsafe areas are noted.

Assaults

Minor Injury to Death

Employees need to be cognizant to potential dangers to ensure safety.  Awareness of existing security measures and defensive behavior can protect employee from assaults.

Needles & Sharps

Cuts, Punctures, Lacerations

Sharps should be discarded in designated containers.  Employees should exam & handle soiled linens & similar items as if they contained hazardous items.

Obstacles & Broken Objects

Abrasions, Contusions, and Lacerations

Arrange furniture to allow free movement about the room.  Keep doors & drawers closed when not in use.  Clean/discard broken objects properly (i.e. broken glass should be swept up - not picked up with fingers).

Possible Exposures to Infections Hepatitis/Tuberculosis/Cytomegalovirus/Varicella/AIDS/Herpes/Staph Infections, Lice/Scabies/Rubeola

Infection

Use Infection Control procedures as defined in Infection Control manual.  These include hand washing, protective clothing, knowing the risks.  Label linens and wastes properly.

Possible exposure to acids & other chemicals used within the hospital

Refer to SDS's

Employees should follow procedures as explained in their department Hazardous Material training and refer to SDS's before using/handling any chemical.  Follow procedures and do not use any chemical without proper labeling.

Latex

Dermatitis to death

Alert supervisor if you feel that you are allergic to latex materials. Use non-latex gloves for sterile procedures.

Soaps, Detergents, Cleaning Solutions

Dermatitis

Follow Departmental procedures.  Protective clothing is available if Dept. is unable to substitute agents that do not cause dermatitis.

Ergonomic Problems

Wide Variety of Musculoskeletal nervous disorders

Body mechanics, positioning of equipment / furniture, and repetitive actions can cause employees to experience a variety of physical problems.  Employees should follow safe body mechanics as described in hospital education.  Employees are encouraged to seek assistance from their supervisor if they feel a task is causing them to experience physical problems.  Work site evaluation may be indicated and this should be discussed with manager.             

Possible Chemical Exposure

Refer to SDS's

Employees work with a variety of chemicals within the lab setting.  Employees receive training upon hire and also are expected to review the Chemical Safety Plan yearly.  Employees are expected to follow safe working procedures as instructed.

Possible exposure to radiation

Sterility, Cancer, Shortened Life Expectancy

When appropriate, employees should wear film badges (they are monitored routinely) and use lead aprons, gloves, or shields.  Identify and appropriately manage radiation therapy patients and their secretions.

Possible Exposure to Chemotherapeutic Agents

Refer to SDS's

Employees involved in preparation or administration of chemotherapy drugs have potential for exposure.  Employees must undergo training in their department and should follow procedures as directed.

Exposure to Video Display Terminals

Eye strain & stress in addition to ergonomic complaints

It is unknown if significant visual dysfunction results from long-term use of VDT's.  Problems may be controlled with control of lighting and glare, the color contrast, and workers should have adequately corrected vision.  Employees should seek assistance from their supervisor if they feel VDT is causing problems for them.