Apprentice Engineer

Purpose:
Under supervision, maintain the hospital's refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and other mechanical systems in a clean, repaired and running condition for an efficient operation.  The hours and shifts of this position may vary, but primarily will be 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.  

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting-up appropriate level of infection control containment (ICRA) based on risk level and maintaining the integrity of that containment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all components of refrigeration system and assist journeyman in troubleshooting equipment
• Perform all work following infection control procedures.
• Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check all mechanical equipment for efficient, safe operation.
• Under supervision, add proper chemicals to the desired requirements.
• Maintain clean and safe work area, equipment rooms and shop area.
• Under supervision, check water supply for chemical treatment levels.
• Interpret all information gathered from blueprints, instruction books and sketches, to maintain all mechanical equipment in efficient, safe working order.
• Oil and grease all parts of equipment.
• Operate the refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment in a safe manner.
• Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check meters, gauges, signal lights and other warning devices for possible problems and make necessary corrections.
• Under supervision of an engineer or refrigeration staff, inspect all air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment to identify possible deficiencies and/or malfunctions.
• Adheres to the Basics of Service Excellence in all interactions with clients and the public.
• Record personal work orders and submit hours on a daily basis.
• Under supervision, inspect mechanical devices and make any necessary repairs or corrections.
• Under supervision of a journeyman electrician or engineer, inspect electrical wiring and electrical devices and make necessary repairs and corrections.
• Order material necessary for any job.
• Collect data sheets and charts for leadman and manager.