Stationary Engineer I (Full Time, Nights)

At NorthBay Health the Stationary Engineer shall, under direction of the Chief Engineer, safely and efficiently operate and reliably maintain the Medical Center’s physical/central plant, utilities, systems and equipment, including but not limited to: steam boilers, emergency power generators, electrical distribution, refrigeration, plumbing, HVAC, vertical/horizontal transport, medical gas, patient care and fire/life safety related equipment.

The Stationary Engineer routinely interfaces with customers to gather information on work requests, provide status updates and to ensure that customers are satisfied with completed tasks. Ensures complete documentation of work performed.   The Stationary Engineer meets or exceeds all federal, state or local laws, organizational performance standards, and requirements of all regulatory agencies and authorities having jurisdiction (e.g. CMS, TJC, Cal-OSHA, etc.).

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

1. All work shall be performed in a safe and effective manner, in compliance with all codes and regulations, and shall be completely and accurately documented in the CMMS database.
2. Operate, inspect, test and maintain the hospital’s central utility plant systems and equipment, including but not limited to: emergency and normal power electrical branch distribution systems, medical gas distribution and alarm systems, steam boilers, cooling towers, HVAC systems (including minimum air changes and positive/negative pressure requirements), pneumatic tube transport system
3. Operate, inspect, test, maintain and properly document the maintenance of healthcare facilities fire/life safety systems and equipment, including but not limited to: fire doors and barriers, emergency communication systems, fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, etc.
4. Operate, inspect, test and maintain site specific building systems, equipment and patient related devices, including but not limited to refrigerators, gurneys, ice machines.
5. Perform and properly document regular inspections of healthcare facility buildings, physical/central utility plant systems and equipment to proactively identify and correct abnormal conditions.
6. Repair mechanical, electrical, low voltage, plumbing, pneumatic, carpentry, hydraulic, communication, lighting systems and equipment.
7. Troubleshoot and resolve a variety of problems under normal and abnormal conditions.
8. Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, operations and maintenance manuals and other documents to determine proper operation.
9. Evaluate new equipment and report findings to appropriate departments.
10. Install: electrical, lighting, communication, plumbing and HVAC systems.
11. May be required to work in emergency situations during off hours and weekends.
12. Upon qualification, is required to participate in after-hours standby rotation
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Education:  High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Experience:  4 or more years of stationary engineer experience preferably in healthcare facilities plant operations and maintenance.  Experience should include industrial electrical, mechanical, HVAC, water treatment, high and low pressure steam systems, plumbing, medical gas distribution, alarm monitoring systems, equipment (compressors, motors, pumps, VFD’s) repairs and maintenance.
3. Certifications/ Licenses:   Air conditioning certification as preferred by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F is preferred. Must maintain a valid California driver’s license.
4. Skills:  Familiar with equipment and procedures used to troubleshoot and repair physical/central utility plant systems and equipment. Basic computer skills required.
5. Compensation: $48.28 - $58.71 ( Max rate listed is commensurate of 20+ years as a Stationary Engineer, offered rate will be based on years of experience) 

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care. 

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve. 

This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.

As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.

NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.

As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

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