Steam/Refridge Eng - Memphis, United States - Regional Medical Center of Memphis

Description

JOB SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:# #Maintains, repairs and operates mechanical equipment for steam generation, ventilation, pnuematics and cooling systems. # 1.######## Maintains, repairs and operates mechanical equipment for steam generation, ventilation, pnuematics and cooling systems. Installs, maintains, adjusts, modifies heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems and equipment. Maintains and repairs refrigerating/power plant equipment to ensure maximum operating efficiency. Makes repairs and adjustments as required and in accordance with manufacturer#s specifications and operation manuals. Reads and interprets blue prints, schematics and specifications; estimate time and material requirements. Performs preventive maintenance and safety inspections of machines/equipment. Replaces worn and defective parts on equipment.# Maintains proper water conditioning boilers and cleans boilers and other equipment. Moves equipment, materials and supplies as needed. Lubricates compressors, motors, generators and other moving mechanisms. # 2.######## Reviews work orders, priority status, designated time schedules and performs required assignments.# # 3.######## Works effectively as a team member within department and with ######### customers to provide quality service through communication, cooperation ####### and collaboration.###### Interacts and works collaboratively with patient/family/hospital staff in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Assists personnel when needed by performing tasks to ensure department meets workload demands. Communicates effectively and follows-up with ##### engineering and other hospital personnel regarding work orders and inspection/repair activities. Answers dispatched calls and responds to emergency alarm/ communication systems accordingly. # 4.######## Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information.# Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality and Compliance Policies). # 5.######## Maintains required department records, reports and files including safety inspections and repair records. Adheres to established department policies, procedures, objectives, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety. # 6.######## Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and personnel. Cleans and assists with care and maintenance of department tools and equipment and utilizes supplies in a cost effective manner.# Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor.# # 7.######## Completes required continuous training and education, including, department specific requirements.# # 8.######## Provides coverage for relief and absences.# Demonstrates flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays to provide continuous coverage as required. # 9.######## Performs other duties as required. # MACHINES OR EQUIPMENT OPERATED:# All power plant and steam generating equipment plus working knowledge of equipment used in areas of plumbing, refrigeration and ventilation, general maintenance carpentry and electricity. # JOB REQUIREMENTS: # EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. #Completion of a steam/refrigeration program. # EXPERIENCE:# Thirty-six (36) months HVAC experience or related skilled crafts or trade or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.# # KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of standard HVAC concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications; work from sketches and verbal instructions. Demonstrates ability to effectively utilize judgment to plan and accomplish work goals in a timely manner.# Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment and exhibit customer service skills. # LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:# First Class Steam and Refrigeration License. # PHYSICAL DEMANDS:# Constant standing, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, twisting, reaching, handling, and kneeling; color vision, hand/eye coordination and dexterity; exposure to hazards from use of electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment.# Medium Work - Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.# (May be further defined as #with or without assistance#).

JOB SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintains, repairs and operates mechanical equipment for steam generation, ventilation, pnuematics and cooling systems.

1. Maintains, repairs and operates mechanical equipment for steam generation, ventilation, pnuematics and cooling systems.

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Installs, maintains, adjusts, modifies heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems and equipment.
* Maintains and repairs refrigerating/power plant equipment to ensure maximum operating efficiency.
* Makes repairs and adjustments as required and in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and operation manuals.
* Reads and interprets blue prints, schematics and specifications; estimate time and material requirements.
* Performs preventive maintenance and safety inspections of machines/equipment.
* Replaces worn and defective parts on equipment. Maintains proper water conditioning boilers and cleans boilers and other equipment.
* Moves equipment, materials and supplies as needed.
* Lubricates compressors, motors, generators and other moving mechanisms.

2. Reviews work orders, priority status, designated time schedules and performs required assignments.

3. Works effectively as a team member within department and with customers to provide quality service through communication, cooperation and collaboration.

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Interacts and works collaboratively with patient/family/hospital staff in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction.
* Assists personnel when needed by performing tasks to ensure department meets workload demands.
* Communicates effectively and follows-up with engineering and other hospital personnel regarding work orders and inspection/repair activities.

* Answers dispatched calls and responds to emergency alarm/ communication systems accordingly.

4. Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality and Compliance Policies).

5. Maintains required department records, reports and files including safety inspections and repair records. Adheres to established department policies, procedures, objectives, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety.

6. Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and personnel.

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Cleans and assists with care and maintenance of department tools and equipment and utilizes supplies in a cost effective manner.
* Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor.

7. Completes required continuous training and education, including, department specific requirements.

8. Provides coverage for relief and absences. Demonstrates flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays to provide continuous coverage as required.

9. Performs other duties as required.

MACHINES OR EQUIPMENT OPERATED: All power plant and steam generating equipment plus working knowledge of equipment used in areas of plumbing, refrigeration and ventilation, general maintenance carpentry and electricity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of a steam/refrigeration program.

EXPERIENCE: Thirty-six (36) months HVAC experience or related skilled crafts or trade or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Knowledge of standard HVAC concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and specifications; work from sketches and verbal instructions.
* Demonstrates ability to effectively utilize judgment to plan and accomplish work goals in a timely manner.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment and exhibit customer service skills.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION: First Class Steam and Refrigeration License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Constant standing, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, twisting, reaching, handling, and kneeling; color vision, hand/eye coordination and dexterity; exposure to hazards from use of electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment. Medium Work - Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (May be further defined as "with or without assistance").