Lead Facility Engineer II, 40 hrs, Capitol Hill

Job SummaryEnsures the safe and proper operation and maintenance of the power plant at Kaiser Permanente owned facilities. Provides an environment that is safe for our members and staff. This position also has compliance accountability and/or responsibility for Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures, the Principles of Responsibility, accreditation standards (if applicable), and applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, as well as proper use of Kaiser Permanente Personal Computer (PC) and applications. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Essential ResponsibilitiesWorks in a self-directed way with limited supervision.Coordinates with Management on activities, schedules and work assignments of maintenance personnel.Makes decisions on facility equipment and systems when an emergency impacts the facility operations.Single point of contact for facility management when the environment of the campus is adversely impacted due to environmental, systems and equipment failures.Is responsible along with Management for ongoing compliance of facilities.Monitors building systems operations to assure efficient operation.Is responsible with Management to perform inspections, maintenance, and to assure repairs on building systems are performed sures the upkeep of building grounds. Reports to proper authority observations of any condition(s) that need attention around the exterior of the buildings, including parking lots and garages.Performs all Environmental and Safety tasks in accordance with appropriate Occupational, Safety and Health and Environmental Regulations.Operates facilities in accordance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations as well as best management practices and procedures.Documents steps or measures taken in performing tasks in accordance to EHS Regulations.Participates in the EHS assessment process and performing the necessary tasks or operations to achieve compliance with assessment recommendations.Keeps logs, prepares reports on boilers, chillers, and HVAC equipment and performs necessary maintenance and services.Responds to facility problems during working hours and while on-call.Maintains close communications with the Facility Operations Manager.When circumstances require management, may assign an E2 to troubleshoot building system problems and make repairs in other medical facilities within the MAS Region.Advises Management in the review and development of maintenance policies and procedures throughout the Region and makes recommendation for any changes.Monitors and maintains specialized clinical equipment that is installed as part of the building systems. For example, medical gas in a facilities.Helping with WO review and completion of other Engineers in that zone.Helping with MCM WO review meetings and updates.Assigning WO to Engineers for execution (follow-up with Stephanie if WOs will automatically be assigned to Engineers).Staying on top of WO status and notes (i.e., moving status from open, hold, waiting on parts, etc. and adding notes to the WOs for end user information).Scheduling and coordinate annual and semi-annual inspections (i.e., elevators, generators, fire alarms, sprinklers, etc.).Responding to emergencies throughout the zone and communicating status updates to Zone Manager.Help Manager monitor the KPLearn and union training requirements. Assist other Engineers if they have questions or struggle in certain areas.Help identify necessary Engineering training to increase knowledge and skill level with extensive and new technology being installed in our buildings.Help coordinate or fill in building coverage when Engineers on PTO/sick.Clockworks/HydroPoint and Energy saving opportunities lead and ownership (your Energy Champion).Highlight technical troubleshooting as we interview.Getting annual UST information and ready for DEQ/MDE ventory support in Nuvolo to help CMMS Owner.Performs other duties, within their field, as assigned by immediate supervisor. Basic QualificationsExperienceMinimum eight (8) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of building systems in medical or industrial facilities to include: three years of HVAC experience, including working with chillers both air and water cooled, package units, direct expansion, split systems and variable refrigeration system; and two years experience working with and performing maintenance on boilers or similar, and related equipment is required.EducationHigh School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required.License, Certification, RegistrationStationary Engineering License - Grade 3 (Maryland)Driver's License (in location where applicable)Universal Chlorofluorocarbons Certificate Additional RequirementsWilling to accept equivalent license from other jurisdictions and allow one (1) year to obtain the required Maryland license.Willing to accept other equivalent licenses, certifications, or degrees if hired based in Virginia.Demonstrated experience with heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems.Knowledge and experience of boiler operations and related equipment -depth knowledge of life safety code on federal, state, and local levels required.Ability to communicate effectively with medical center and Regional Office personnel.Ability to work independently and in a professional manner.Minimum Requirement - Essential (Physical) Functions (bending, lifting, mobility): Lift 50 lbsExperience with Hospital Plan Maintenance regulations and physical plant systems within the medical facilities required.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to the position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Preferred QualificationsPrevious management, supervisory or leadership experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21