Watch Engineer- Per Diem

Req Number 126418Job DescriptionPerforms a variety of duties relating to providing and maintaining the hospital's heat, light and power as well as vacuum, air pressure, water, air conditioning, etc.Job Responsibility

Maintains and controls operation of all boiler plant equipment for proper generation of steam for heating, cooking and sterilization and maintenance of hot water temperatures.

Monitors, controls and operates boilers, auxiliary generators air conditioning and ventilating equipment, vacuum and compressed air systems, electric power and miscellaneous equipment.

Makes regular rounds and inspects equipment to maintain pressures and ensure proper water levels.

Tests and treats boiler water and air conditioning systems with specified chemicals.

Reads meters and gauges to determine the operating condition of their equipment and regulates the flow of water and fuel in accordance with needs and standards.

Prepares equipment for inspection and performs scheduled tests of equipment, i.e., safety valves, water columns, etc.

Cleans, lubricates, maintains, repairs and adjusts all equipment, piping and other related systems as per preventative maintenance program.

Installs and constructs replacements and improvements as directed and reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.

Keeps the plant operation logs for the shift and notes any unusual problems or conditions as well as maintains records for ordering fuel and other supplies.

Monitors alarm panels and HVAC panels for regular conditions and takes appropriate action in the event of a system failure.

Responds to emergency problems with elevators, electrical systems, flooding, stoppages or plant equipment and makes emergency repairs as necessary.

Maintains tools, equipment and work area in clean, safe and orderly condition.

Maintains records of PM's maintenance and inspections noting defects and deficiencies and tags defective equipment for non-use when necessary.

Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and repair parts and assists in preparation of requisitions as necessary.

Utilizes appropriate safety equipment when necessary.

Assists in removing snow and ice from Hospital grounds when required.

Serves as a member of the Hospital's fire brigade.

May be required to perform related, unrelated and other departmental duties as required and may be assigned maintenance and other construction work outside of his specific job title.

Regularly reports to work when scheduled.

Adapts to new or unusual situations without affecting performance or work procedures within the department.

Adheres to Human Resource policy and procedures.

Attends all required Hospital in-service programs.

Performs related duties, as required.

ADA Essential FunctionsJob Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Minimum of One (1) year of advanced trade school or three (3) years experience in field of refrigeration and air conditioning, required. 1 year experience in similar position, preferred.

Local or state license required for specific class of equipment operated.

Familiarity with tools, methods of many trades and knowledge of building and safety codes.

Must be educated on the use of a particulate respirator (mask) and have a medical evaluation prior to using mask. If indicated, employee will be referred for further pulmonary evaluation.

Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $39.89-$41.64/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.