Senior Plant Mechanic

Primary City / State :

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name

Fac Opns-Acad-Tucson-Corp

Work Shift

Job Category

Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary

$5,000 sign-on bonus for experience Plant Mechanics new to Banner!

Explore and excel. Operating a hospital is more than IV bags and trauma rooms. One might be surprised by the number of people who work behind the scenes and play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Apply today!

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research.

BUMC-Tucson is a private, non-profit, 649-bed acute-care teaching hospital located on the campus of the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona.

As a Senior Plant Mechanic, you will run the critical operations of the hospital including medical gases, HVAC, electrical, fire panels, and critical life safety equipment.

With a large facility that runs 24 / 7, there is tremendous growth opportunity if you enjoy a variety of challenges. Bring your mechanical and plant operations expertise to the table with a close knit team that makes a difference for our patients daily.

Your schedule will be 1st shift, Monday - Friday 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.

Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader.

We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for conducting preventative and corrective work to the facility center's operations of the power plant and facility infrastructure equipment including, mechanical equipment boilers, co-generator engines, chillers and emergency generators.

Reviews construction and remodeling projects and contracted mechanical work for code compliance and compatibility to existing mechanical and electrical systems.

Oversees the monitoring of the facilities automated systems including tube transport, fire alarm system, elevators and medical gas systems.

Works with and assists other trades in completing required tasks.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Inspects and services facility utilities equipment and systems. Keeps the designated Facilities Services manager informed as to the needs and / or changes required to keep the facilities infrastructure systems operating in a safe and well maintained condition.

Coordinates the preventative maintenance program of all utility and infrastructure systems, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, medical gas systems, water treatment programs, water distribution systems, building management systems, emergency generators and all associated components in order to ensure the integrity and reliability of the utility distribution systems.

Monitors and modifies the infrastructure and utility preventive maintenance program to assure maximum effectiveness; provides all required and appropriate documentation.

As assigned, works with all other divisions and departments to meet the facility infrastructure and utility maintenance, installation and construction needs;

negotiates priorities, plans work schedules and job assignments. Recommends use of outside mechanical and utility specialty contractors as appropriate.

Oversees and monitors outside mechanical and utility specialty contractors to assure compliance with established hospital standards.

Schedules and monitors utility and infrastructure maintenance repair work, alterations and renovation upgrades to the facilities utility and infrastructure systems.

As assigned, oversees and monitors infrastructure construction, installation and commissioning activities. Monitors systems and installation processes to ensure the integrity of assigned infrastructure, utility and building systems.

Instructs personnel regarding infrastructure and utility hazards to ensure the safe operation and use of equipment. Provides guidance, direction and oversight for infrastructure and utility training.

Reviews and selects continuing educational materials and offerings for infrastructure training.

Coordinates infrastructure and utility system parts, materials and supplies at an appropriate level within budgetary constraints.

Maintains infrastructure and utility replacement schedules and records to keep within the projected capital equipment budget.

Determines department specifications for all components of the hospital's infrastructure and utility systems. Reviews materials to ensure the quality of all utility and infrastructure components for installations during construction and remodel projects.

Provides input to the designated Facilities Services manager.

Oversees and maintains records for facility compliance with all applicable Authorities Having Jurisdiction including local, state, federal and all other regulatory codes pertaining to any and all components of the facilities infrastructure and utility systems.

As required, attends annual code compliance and update training.

Works independently under general supervision. Fulfills responsibilities using specialized skills and knowledge. This position interacts with a wide variety of individuals including staff, co-workers, patients, physicians, visitors, regulatory agencies, surveyors, inspectors, contractors, and vendors.

This position is facility based and has no budgetary responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Some facilities or departments, depending on business need, may require proof of a valid driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.

Requires three or more years of diversified work experience as a plant mechanic, stationary engineer, boiler operator, or refrigeration mechanic and the ability to demonstrate advanced skills in the field of plant operations.

Must have current Boiler Operator's License if required by the state in which employed or applicable Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Requires working knowledge and certification as required of applicable regulatory codes and State and local building codes.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

Must have working knowledge of utility and infrastructure systems and components common to the healthcare environment. Must be able to exercise independent decision making and judgment in the performance of all duties.

Requires the ability to work safely and effectively with infrastructure and utility equipment. May require Universal Refrigerant handling certification.

Must be proficient in reading and understanding related and required maintenance and construction documents. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.

Must be able to work effectively with common office software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous construction experience is preferred. Three-five years of previous healthcare Facilities Services experience is preferred.

Additional related education and / or experience preferred.

EOE / Female / Minority / Disability / Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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