Apprentice Engineer-Carrillo Steam Plant

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. Responsibilities: Adheres to the Basics of Service Excellence in all interactions with clients and the public. Responsible for setting-up appropriate level of infection control containment (ICRA) based on risk level and maintaining the integrity of that containment. Perform all work following infection control procedures. Maintain clean and safe work area, equipment rooms and shop area. Order material necessary for any job. Record personal work orders and submit hours on a daily basis. Under supervision of a journeyman technician, check all mechanical equipment for efficient, safe operation. Under supervision of an engineer or refrigeration staff, inspect all air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment to identify possible deficiencies and/or malfunctions. Oil and grease all parts of equipment. Under supervision, check water supply for chemical treatment levels. Under supervision, add proper chemicals to the desired requirements. 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 a journeyman electrician or engineer, inspect electrical wiring and electrical devices and make necessary repairs and corrections. Under supervision, inspect mechanical devices and make any necessary repairs or corrections. Collect data sheets and charts for leadman and manager. Interpret all information gathered from blueprints, instruction books and sketches, to maintain all mechanical equipment in efficient, safe working order. Operate the refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment in a safe manner. Demonstrate knowledge of all components of refrigeration system and assist journeyman in troubleshooting equipment Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and successful completion of an accredited HVAC technical school or equivalent is required. Successful completion of selected apprentice classes through an approved educational program during the apprenticeship program duration is mandatory. Must possess the ability to respond to a variety of situations in difficult positions by the use of ladders, catwalks, crawl spaces, etc. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Must successfully obtain and keep active a City of Pittsburgh stationary engineer's license within forty-eight months from the date of hire into the apprentice position. Must possess current driver's license. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Created: 2026-03-10