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Stationary Engineer License

Dignity Health

Northridge, CAJob$42.76–53.76/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$42.76–53.76/hr
Location
Northridge, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Stationary Engineer LicenseFire SafetyCity Of Los Angeles Steam Engineer - Unlimited HP License

Job overview

Dignity Health is hiring a Stationary Engineer License. The Stationary Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of a facility's critical mechanical and electrical systems. This role ensures continuous functionality for all building occupants, maintaining a stable and comfortable environment while optimizing energy and system reliability. The engineer will monitor, operate, and troubleshoot HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, and power generation systems, performing preventive maintenance and repairs. They will also maintain precise logs, respond to alarms and emergencies, and collaborate with other facilities personnel.

Key focus areas include Work with other trades assigned to perform work in the boiler room, mechanical rooms, and all other areas assigned., Work from written requisitions or verbal instructions., and Perform pressure vessel firing operation and other incidental duties..

Successful candidates bring High School Graduate, 2+ Years Boiler Experience, and 1+ Year Healthcare Setting. Important skills include HVAC, Refrigeration, Boiler Systems, Power Generation Systems, Preventive Maintenance, and MEP Principles.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVACRefrigerationBoiler SystemsPower Generation SystemsPreventive MaintenanceMEP PrinciplesDiagnostic SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to SafetyElectricalPlumbing

Qualifications

Stationary Engineer LicenseHigh School GraduateGeneral Studies2 Years Boiler and Plant Operations Experience1 Year Healthcare Setting Experience2 Years Hospital Facility Repair and Maintenance Operations ExperienceFire SafetyCity of Los Angeles Steam Engineer - Unlimited HP License

Full job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Stationary Engineer, you will be a central figure responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of our facility's critical mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring continuous functionality for all building occupants. You will play a vital role in maintaining a stable and comfortable environment while optimizing energy and system reliability.

Every day, you will expertly monitor, operate, and troubleshoot complex HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, and power generation systems, performing meticulous preventive maintenance and repairs. You will also maintain precise logs, respond promptly to alarms and emergencies, and collaborate with other facilities personnel to ensure all infrastructure operates at peak efficiency.

To be successful in this role, you will combine a valid Stationary Engineer license, extensive experience in operating and maintaining large-scale building systems, and a profound understanding of MEP principles. You will demonstrate exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to safety, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted facility operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with other trades assigned to perform work in the boiler room, mechanical rooms, and all other areas assigned.

  • Work from written requisitions or verbal instructions.

  • Perform pressure vessel firing operation and other incidental duties.

  • Have constant surveillance of all pressure vessel operations, gauges, valves, and visible, audible controls.

  • Regulate the size of flame and operate boiler controls, adjusting for various loads.

  • Start and operate boilers.

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

Required:

  • High School Graduate, General Studies required.

  • Minimum 2 years boiler and plant operations experience, with 1 year in a healthcare setting.

  • Minimum 2 years of generalized knowledge in hospital facility repair and maintenance operations, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC controls

  • Fire Safety, within 90 Days of hire date required.

  • City of Los Angeles Steam Engineer - Unlimited HP license

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here (http://dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital) dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

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Pay Range

$42.76 - $53.76 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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