University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Aberdeen Medical Center (UM AMC), Aberdeen, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

JOB SUMMARY: This role provides stationary engineering support and monitoring the boiler/chiller central plant operations. Performs preventative maintenance and repairs for infrastructure (environmental control) equipment that supports the physical plant. Assess the condition and function of the plant to include air handling equipment, circulating pumps, and environmental controls equipment. Includes management of chemical and water treatment programs. Performs annual assessments and equipment refurbishment. Manages energy management automated building control system, adjusting major environmental systems as required including response to patient room heating and cooling requests.

Education & Training: High School or vocational school graduate is required. Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred. Maryland Grade 3 Boiler Operator License is required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Previous year experience in a high pressure steam boiler plant operations is preferred. Previous hospital power plant experience with automated energy management (Building Automation System) program preferred. Previous rotating shift operation experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:  Ability to work in an environment where minimal supervision is provided. Can assess plant operation, effect appropriate repairs and recognize when additional resources are required to properly complete repair in a timely manner. Able to routinely tour facility and detect possible environmental system risks. Mechanical/electrical service competency. Ability to follow instructions and direction. Communicate effectively, prioritize tasks and respond accordingly.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range:  29.87/hr (Flat Rate)
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
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