Kaiser Permanente · 19 hours ago
Stationary Engineer
Walnut Creek, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKaiser Permanente is seeking a Stationary Engineer to perform activities related to the design, construction, modification, and maintenance of equipment and machinery in their medical center facility. The role ensures the efficient and reliable operation of all machinery, including electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems.
Health CareHospitalMental HealthNon ProfitPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of physical plant equipment/systems and operations, including life support and life safety equipment
May be required to work in emergency situations during off hours and on weekend shifts
Performs inspections and adjustments of equipment
Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, operation and maintenance manuals and other documents to determine proper operation
Troubleshoots and problem solve under normal and abnormal situations
Operates, adjusts and analyzes various pieces of physical plant equipment through use of computers and microprocessor based devices
Tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications
Performs other duties as necessary
Qualification
Required
Three years related experience and/or training
Competency to operate microprocessor based devices
Capable of performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC equipment (including chillers and boilers), electrical distribution, and operating room equipment
Must possess a working knowledge of medical gas distribution and alarm systems, water treatment, steam systems, refrigeration, compressors, pumps, electric motors, and variable frequency drives
Journeyman level field service experience in industrial electrical and/or refrigeration
Understanding of preventive maintenance and work order system, preferably MP2
Working knowledge and ability to perform duties of all trade classifications including electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
High School Diploma/GED
Driver's License (California)
Universal Chlorofluorocarbons Certificate
Preferred
Engineering background in acute care hospital preferred
Company
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente is a health organization that offers disease prevention, mental healthcare, and chronic disease management services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.48M2018-07-17Grant· $0.08M
2014-08-05Grant· $7.4M
Leadership Team
Gregory Adams
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
James L. Robinson III
Senior Vice President/Area Manager
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