Facilities Engineer
Facilities Engineer
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Job Description
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology research and familyfriendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140year legacy of excellence kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
Area Specific Job Accountabilities:
- Operates building HVAC equipment including auxiliary equipment ensuring a properly controlled climate. Maintains proper water chemistries Testing and analyzing water samples to maintain water treatment programs within specification. Utilizes computerized building automation along with manual valves and controls to operate systems safely and efficiently.
- Inspects all mechanical room systems and equipment on daily rounds taking readings and identifying potential issues if noted.
- Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on the mechanical HVAC production and distribution systems lighting and life safety systems. Maintains inspection and testing records.
- Documents inspection and testing data to maintain accurate records in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Following manufacturers and regulatory requirements assists manager in the review of building system and nonclinical equipment and recommended maintenance procedures and scheduling.
- Coordinates maintenance with outside vendors assuring all work is done to Lurie Childrens Hospital standards. Assists Manager in maintaining inspection and testing records of vendor maintenance.
- On a rotating basis responds to inhouse service calls and work requests.
- Responds to building emergency and equipment malfunction events. Assesses situation and takes action to stabilize situation to minimize damage and maintain safety. Documents such events in appropriate logs and/or the CMMS.
- Using diagrams sketches blueprints operations manuals and manufacturer specifications assembles and installs new nonclinical equipment.
- Provides feedback to manager regarding proposed construction and important elements that should or should not be included.
- Investigates building service or equipment outages initiates building service or equipment shutdowns and reactivations. Participates in overseeing the installation of building services and equipment by outside contractors and records deficiencies on punch lists. Participates in system and equipment startup and commissioning.
- Facilities engineers are expected to have knowledge on the inner workings of pumps medical gas systems domestic water systems plumbing systems nurse call systems hospital beds generators fire alarm systems and sprinkler systems.
- Facilities engineer is expected to: Replace lamps ballast water closets urinals faucets flush meters valves ceiling tiles floor tiles.
- Facilities engineers are responsible to respond to in house service calls i.e clogged toilets hot/cold calls exit lights plumbing leaks.
- Utilizes and maintains tools and instruments associated with the building maintenance trade.
- Identify and specify parts/supplies acquire quotes and generate supply requisitions to managers.
- The position actively supports the hospital mission and goal objectives the department quality improvement and operating goals as well as customer service excellence principles goals individually and as a member of the Facility Services team.
- Maintain outside property grounds which include but not limited to landscaping and snow removal.
- Other job functions as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- High school diploma or the equivalent with coursework in science mathematics shop and reading blueprint and equipment schematics is required.
- A minimum of 3 years as a Facilities Engineer or equivalent. Experience in a health care or comparable institution is preferred.
- Maintains a valid drivers license and safe driving record. Submits to and provides required information to allow for annual verification of drivers license status.
- Working knowledge of building and life safety codes in healthcare settings required.
- Must be able to climb ladders proficiently and work comfortably from a high lift while performing work at elevations.
- Knowledge of and practices personal safety hospital infection control and life safety procedures required. Utilizes personal protection equipment including: eyewear footwear respiratory and hearing protective devices.
- Med Gas 6040 certification preferred.
- CFC License preferred.
- Stationary Engineers License preferred.
Education
Pay Range
$34.00$55.59 HourlyAt Lurie Childrens we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity reflecting individual contributions experience and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary Lurie Childrens offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees leadership incentivesfor select roles health and retirement benefits and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation consult your recruiter or click the followinglink to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5 employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Childrens facilities
Discount purchasing program
Theres a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Childrens we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds skills and viewpoints recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly appreciate differences and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Childrens and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ancestry age disability marital status pregnancy protected veteran status order of protection status protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
