Facilities Engineer - (Full-Time, AM Shift)

Facilities Engineer: Full-Time, AM Shift

Hours: 40 Hours/Week

Shift: AM 6:45 AM- 3:15 PM

Pay Rate: $25 - $35 DOE

Frank Residences at the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living:

Nestled in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on a nine-acre campus, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) is a center of excellence in providing a continuum of care. This includes the Frank Residences, offering luxurious assisted living and memory care services; the Jewish Home and Rehabilitation Center, featuring long-term skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and an acute psychiatric unit specialized in mental healthcare for older adults over age 55; and the Jewish Home and Senior Living Foundation.

Grounded in the Jewish values of dignity, compassion, and community, the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living, fondly referred to in the past as "the Jewish Home," was founded in 1871. Today, 150 years later, it continues to build upon its legacy of enriching the lives of older adults.

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.

ESSENTIAL 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.
• Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
• Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.
• May oversee work of staff and/or vendors when required.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

• 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.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS  - Typical Facilities/Maintenance/Outside Services Environment: (EVS Technician I, Electrician, Groundskeeper, M/R Courier)

• Able to stand, climb, stoop, bend frequently; positions require considerable physical activity

 • May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.

• Requires ability to tolerate exposure to conditions which may include toxic chemicals, bio-hazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, heights, high temperatures or confined spaces.

• Able to use proper body mechanics to lift supplies and equipment and push carts and dollies weighing up to 500 lbs.

• Needs adequate color vision. Must wear protective clothing as required.

• May be required to travel to various locations.

• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.

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

Why you should work for us as a Facilities Engineer:

• Full Benefits - Includes Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage for every team member who works 20 hours or more a week.
• Pension Plan- Included through your union.
• 403b Retirement- Ability to participate.
• Paid Time Off - Start accruing PTO on your first day of work!
• Tuition reimbursement – Reimbursement for clinical tracks, up to $5,250.00 for full-time employees, and $2,625.00 for part-time employees.
• Commuter check program
• Weekday shuttle services- provided to and from Glen Park BART station.
• Referral Bonus - Earn an extra $1000 when we hire your referrals.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) - FSAs allow you to set aside a portion of your income, before taxes, to pay for qualified health care and/or dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Life is full of challenges, and sometimes balancing it is difficult. We are proud to provide a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families. FREE
• Access to LIFEMART - member savings platform, that provides discounts on everyday products and services.

These are a few of our represented benefits

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous construction experience is preferred. 3-5 years of previous healthcare Facilities Services experience is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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