About the Role
The O&M Stationary Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the O&M building site by investigating and resolving complex problems related to cooling, heating, and pressure flow. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes results from testing and treatment of all mechanical and generating equipment.
- Repairs, adjusts, calibrates electrical and electronic control systems, electrical power distribution equipment, computer systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigeration and steam systems.
- Diagnoses trouble calls and determines appropriate action to be taken.
- Updates procedures to reflect changes in codes and regulations.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a DOT background check based on work facility.
- Must possess a high degree of skill and proficiency in all areas of general physical plant engineering operations and maintenance in the technical fields involved, which may be acquired through on-the-job training, supplemented by educational and vocational courses, or related experience.
- Must be knowledgeable of system operations, including emergency procedures.
- Knowledgeable of emergency procedures.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to organize and maintain control of work-flow.
- Exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
- Occasional travel outside hospital.
- The Associate is subject to noise: there is occasionally sufficient noise to cause the Associate to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
- The Associate is subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- Medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- The Associate is subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside.
Skills
- System operations
- Electrical
- Electronics
- Plumbing
- Heating
- Ventilation
- Air conditioning
- Computerized monitoring and control systems
- Specialized equipment or control systems common to plant operations
Location
- Shelby County
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-7 years in an operational/maintenance high-pressure steam plant environment
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
About the Company
- For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
- Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
- Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
