Stationary Engineer 1

Department Overview

The primary function of a Stationary Engineer 1 is to provide skilled journey level operations and maintenance support for the generation and distribution of high-pressure steam campus wide. 

 

This position reports to the Energy Manager and is based out of the central heating plant which operates 24/7. Stationary engineers that work after hours provide support to the fire systems team and 800 shift technicians when needed and as their duties allow.

Function/Duties of Position

• Operates the high-pressure steam generating boilers and maintains accurate operating logs.
• Adjusts the boiler operations to maintain efficiency.
• Maintains the operation of steam distribution, condensate return equipment, and perimeter heating equipment.
• Monitors the medical gas distribution system and underground storage tank monitors (diesel).
• Responds to trouble calls from campus dispatch and other facilities groups. 
• Performs planned and corrective maintenance on steam boilers, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, meters, mechanical, pneumatic control components, valves, piping, and steam traps, blowers, refractory, flow meters, conveyor equipment, gauges and de-aerating feed tanks.
• Utilizes precision measuring devices including micrometers, calipers, electrical test meters, compressed gas analysis equipment, dial indicators and electronic temperature sensors.
• Performs water analyses to determine the chemical and mechanical water treatment necessary to maintain established parameters.
• Assists OHSU facilities groups and contractors in the performance of their tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating and maintaining a high-pressure boiler system and auxiliary equipment which shows: Knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler systems operations.
• Knowledge of safety practices while operating and maintaining boiler systems and auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledge of how to perform chemical analysis of water.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with building automation control systems; Siemens (Apogee) or Johnson Controls (Metasys).
• State of Oregon class III boiler/building service mechanic license.
• E.P.A. certification for handling refrigerants.
• State of Oregon Restricted Energy Electrician’s License .

Additional Details

May be required to work dayshift, swing shift, or graveyard any day of the week including weekends, to support the 24-hour steam plant operation.

 

Must be able to work in or around: high levels of noise, extremely high temperatures, dirt, dust, odors, fumes and wet environments, poorly lit areas, bio-hazards, radioactive hazards, moving machinery and confined spaces. Danger of steam and hot water burns, electric shock, infection, lifting and minor injuries. Performs work in confined spaces such as underground utility tunnels, manholes, cooling towers and boilers using regulations and guidelines in performance of such duties. Required to walk, stand and work while bending and stooping for extended periods. Required to work outdoors in inclement weather. Ability to lift 50 lbs over head, ability to lift from floor to waist 90 lbs unassisted. Ability to climb ladders and elevated walkways, work from extension and “A” frame ladders to 40 ft.

 

Benefits 

• Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from.
• Vacation - up to 200 hours per year dependent on length of service.
• Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare service discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts to local and national businesses.

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu