Maintenance Engineer

Pay Range:

Pay Range:$29.82 - $41.60 Is responsible for plumbing, pipefitting, mechanical repairs, and minor electrical work and other duties relating to maintenance necessary to keep the physical structure and associated building systems and equipment in good repair. Operates and maintains all facility-related equipment, systems, structures, etc., and is responsible for keeping the mechanical systems operating safely and at peak performance through maintenance, repairs and making the required adjustments. This position is also responsible for new installations and renovation work. The position must be available for rotating on-call and call back work when needed and may travel to outlying communities to perform work.

Directly impacts the ability for SEARHC to provide healthcare and the position is therefore a critical part of facility management ‘s responsibility for ensuring all facilities and systems remain operational. This position has a higher level of responsibility for the overall operation of SEARHC facilities.
Ability to provide staff with guidance and assistance relevant to their program. Make critical decisions regarding changing systems conditions with direction from Facility Manager/Facility Supervisor.

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

• Installs, inspects, fabricates, maintains, and repairs standard plumbing systems and equipment concerned with water, gas, oil, sewage, fire control, steam and refrigeration.  Moves and installs water heaters and plumbing fixtures.
• Inspects, tests and otherwise perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems such as boilers, air handling equipment, compressors, pumps, chillers and motors.  Maintains, inspects, diagnoses and makes emergency repairs to such systems and equipment while complying with applicable building codes.  
• Reads and interprets blueprints, maps, schematic wiring diagrams and specification.  Prepare estimates for room remodels that include a rough sketch of the work to be completed.
• Performs urgent corrective and routine repairs of the electrical, mechanical, heating, cooling, plumbing, and refrigeration systems.
• Maintains parking lots and entrances including snow plowing, applying non-slip materials during icy conditions, landscaping, removal of litter/ debris and organic material (weeds), lawn care, sign maintenance and stripe painting as needed.
• Maintains records of all inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs performed on any equipment or system.
• Maintains, inspects and documents all sprinkler systems throughout SEARHC facilities.
• Purchases parts, supplies and equipment needed for normal routine day-to-day maintenance in a cost-effective manner.
• Operates generators to maintain electrical power in case of power failure. 
• Operates, monitors, repairs, and maintains boilers; operates fuel and water supply systems. Maintains heating plant log; ensures proper distribution of heat to all systems. Checks all boiler parts for wear; performs adjustments and minor repairs; makes recommendations and arrangements for major repairs.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• High School diploma or GED – preferred
• Valid driver’s license and remain insurable under the SEARHC automobile insurance policy – required
• Complete Life Safety 101 course within 90 days of hire.
• Complete Lockout Tagout online course within 90 days of hire.
• Complete the eye wash weekly testing competency within 90 days.
• Safety- 10-hour OSHA Competency completed within 90 days.

Experience

• 6 or more years of experience including a Vocational School Degree, Military training, Facility Maintenance or Internal Maintenance Mechanics III that have completed competencies.
• Ability to read codes, standards, regulations, construction / mechanical drawings / OEM manuals, specifications, and making basic math calculations.
• Experience in other trades such as welding, HVAC, and electrical troubleshooting - preferred. 
• Backflow preventors Inspection license - preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, techniques, materials, tools, equipment, layouts and set-ups used in plumbing and pipefitting
• Knowledge of fire suppression systems and boiler systems
• Working knowledge of all pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Experience with computerized Direct Digital Controls DDC of facility heating, cooling and ventilation equipment.
• The position must be able to perform repairs and installations on drywall, cabinets, countertops, woodworking etc.

Skills in:

• Troubleshooting and repair of healthcare mechanical systems.
• Mechanical system design and installation.
• Verbal and written communication that includes emailing or texting.
• HVAC fundamentals and mechanical heating systems.

Ability to:

• Perform all the essential duties related to the position’s responsibility with limited direction and oversight.
• Use and maintain all tools, equipment and vehicles used during routine performance of duties.
• Maintain professional growth and development through in-service training, seminars, and workshops.
• Operate and maintain small engines, landscaping, chainsaws, snowblowers and hydraulic equipment.
• Walk extensively on uneven terrain or slippery surfaces, work while bending, stooping, or reaching, and lift 50 lbs. 
• Safely work on equipment in unstable conditions, climb in and out of dump trucks, bob cats, loaders, forklifts, and pick-up trucks.

Computer Skills: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Travel Required: 

• Must be able to travel as needed.

Safety and Risk Management Responsibilities:

• Employees are responsible for complying with safe work rules; reporting all accidents and injuries immediately; cooperating in all accident and injury investigations; reporting defective equipment and unsafe conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Special Effort Requirements, Physical:  Ability to walk extensively on uneven terrain or slippery surfaces, work while bending, stooping, or reaching.  Lift up to 50 lbs. and safely work on equipment in unstable conditions.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required Certifications:

Driver License - State of Alaska, Eye Wash Competency - SEARHC, Life Safety 101 - National Fire Protection Association, Lockout Tagout - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety - 10 hour Competency - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!