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Full Time Benefits
- Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
$25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Several retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b)
8 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase
Employee discounts to local and major businesses
Childcare service discounts
Growth/Development Opportunities
Vacation - up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year

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The Stationary Engineer 1 position provides skilled, journey level support for the operation, maintenance and repair of the campus chilled water distribution system and the ancillary equipment needed for the support of these systems. This individual reports to the Energy Manager and works as a part of a functional team within Facilities.

Function/Duties of Position:

Operates and maintains campus chilled water system, Operates computer terminal to interface with the building automation control system. Maintains accurate operating logs.
Performs planned and corrective maintenance on the chilled water utility system including, Chillers, Cooling Towers, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, Water treatment stations, Refrigerant leak detection, VFD’s, Fan Motors, pneumatic control components, DDC Control components, valves, piping, flow meters, analog gauges, fabricate parts from metal and sheet metal using lathe and drill presses, sheet metal fabrication tools, oxygen acetylene and electrical welding equipment, hydraulic presses and hand tools. Utilizes precision measuring devices including micrometers, calipers, electrical test meters, dial indicators and electronic temperature sensors. Operate Refrigeration charging and recover equipment in accordance with EPA regulations.
Performs water analyses to determine the chemical and mechanical water treatment necessary to maintain established parameters and records in the Chemical treatment log.
May assist other skilled or journey-level trades people such as Stationary Engineer II’s, sheet metalworkers or welders or facilities technicians in the performance of their tasks.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
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
Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

Training or certification as a Stationary Engineer through one of many available accredited training agencies
Possible substitution of 4 years verifiable relevant experience in commercial/industrial HVACR field service. Or 4 years experience operating an automated utility distribution system such as Potable water distribution, Sewage treatment plant, Electrical distribution or large automated Fire management systems consisting of multiple buildings or campuses utilizing high horsepower centrifugal style pumps and controls.
Experience with building automation control systems; Siemens (Apogee or Desigo) or Johnson Controls (Metasys)
E.P.A. Universal certification for handling refrigerants

Additional Details:

Pay Range: $39.54 - $46.26 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity)

May be required to work; dayshift, swing shift or graveyard, any day of the week, including weekends, to support the needs of the department. 24hr On-call rotation as assigned
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, inside cooling towers 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 40 lbs. overhead, ability to lift from floor to waist 75 lbs. unassisted. Ability to climb ladders and elevated walkways, work from extension and “A” frame ladders to 40 ft.

All are welcome: Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.54 - $46.26 per hour

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