This position provides basic to intermediate operator and mechanical maintenance services. Operates, repairs, and maintains stationary equipment including boilers, generators, refrigeration, etc. for the FHP hospital system. Ensures that equipment is operating safely and within established limits. Conducts monitoring and failure analysis of meters, gauges and controls to determine the need for repair or replacement of parts. Performs preventative maintenance and documents completed procedures.

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: $23.53 to $36.76 hourly wage based on experience and education
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
• Shifts Available:
  - Full-time, 40 hours per week, days with opportunity for 4x10 hour varied shifts
•  Initial Training Schedule will be Monday-Friday 5x8 hour varied shifts

Shift Differentials Available: $2.00/hr. Weekend- $2.50/hr. Evening/$3.50/hr Nights 

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play. 

Living in Fairbanks:

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large-town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. 

• No state income tax and no sales tax.
• Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents.
• College Town – the University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College
• Military Community – Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base.
• 15 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | 10 District “Schools of Choice”| robust youth sports programs

Summer activities: Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, rafting, rock climbing, recreational flying, community-wide festivals, live music, and events.

Winter activities: Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, ice climbing, hunting, ice art, word class hot springs, community-wide art shows, and festivals etc.

1. Assists in the operation and maintenance of power plant and facility utilities equipment and systems. Maintains, monitors, and repairs steam/hot water boilers, centrifugal/reciprocating chillers, and cooling towers. Maintains all pumped systems including: chilled water, condensate water, domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water, condensate, sewage ejector, medical air, vacuum, mechanical air, and fuel oil. Performs and maintains plant water treatment programs. Assists in the operating of the emergency generator system, fire monitoring and control systems. Participates in energy management/conservation programs.

2. Responds to assigned general maintenance and emergency calls as required. General maintenance calls include (but are not limited to) clearing clogged drains, repairing leaks and drips, bed/crib/wheelchair delivery, jumpstarting / tire inflation of vehicles, pressurized medical gas delivery, etc. Maintains a detailed log on all required facility equipment, records all shift activity. Assists as a member of the Fire Response Team. May assist in providing security backup.

3. Utilizes various computer systems, such as IP based sensors and control boxes, for power plant and facilities monitoring. Runs reports and analyzes data to identify any abnormalities. Performs electronic rounds and updates work orders within the electronic work order system.

4. Responsible for work permitting and Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA). Ensures work permit and general regulations for staff and contractors are enforced.

5. Cleans assigned work area and maintains tools, storage and assigned areas in an orderly manner; and assists in other areas of Facilities services as required.

6. Drives company vehicles to transport equipment and contract maintenance personnel as assigned. 

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge, plus vocational or technical training.  Must possess a valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.

Requires 1 year of relevant plant and mechanical maintenance experience. Must possess basic to intermediate skills in the field of plant operations. 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, depending on the state. Must be proficient in reading and understanding related and required maintenance and construction documents. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.

Must have flexible scheduling availability.  Must have the ability to work up to 10 hour shifts if required.  May require call. 

Must be able to work effectively with plant computer software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of applicable regulatory codes and State and local building codes.

Previous construction experience is preferred.

Previous customer service experience is preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.