Lead Power Plant Engineer

SUMMARY

Lead Power Plant Engineer under general supervision of the Chief Engineer – Power Plant. Assists in supervising, planning, inspecting, monitoring, scheduling and coordinating daily power plant activities. Controls, monitors and repairs boilers, turbines, generators and auxiliary power generating plant equipment. Schedules repair and maintenance of high‑pressure steam boiler, turbo‑generator, medical waste incinerators and ancillary equipment that produces energy for end users.

Assumes supervisory responsibility and authority in the absence of Chief Engineer, Power Plant.

• Minimum of two years Associates Degree or equivalent in mechanical, electrical or related discipline.
• Completion of two years training in boiler operations and turbo‑generator operations generally acquired from a technical school or military service.
• Requires Stationary Operating Engineer's License from the City of Providence.
• Supervisory skills to effectively direct the work of others.
• Analytical ability to plan, schedule and coordinate work projects and to troubleshoot problems.
• Knowledge of the thermodynamics of steam, the principals of generators and electricity.
• Knowledge of relevant code requirements and regulations.
• Working knowledge of a design application (AutoCAD) system preferred.

• Minimum of five years Power Plant operation experience.
• Works in areas exposed to electrical, heating and cooling equipment where there is exposure to noise, heat, asbestos, caustic chemicals, etc. and possibility medical waste.
• Hazards and injuries are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, carry tools and move and lift equipment, chemical containers and other materials.

• Regularly schedules and assigns work to others.
• Provides technical assistance as required and conducts a follow‑up inspection on all work assignments.
• Participates in the interviewing and selection process. Assesses performance, and recommends salary adjustments, where appropriate. Counsels employees and recommends corrective action, up to and including termination.
• Participates in the development of Facilities Management Power Plant policies and procedures.
• Ensures subordinates understand and comply with department and hospital policies and procedures.
• Daily inspects and checks the condition of the power plant machinery and equipment.
• Monitors primary switch‑gear and breaker controls and regulates the amount of electricity produced by each hospital generator in conjunction with the electricity received from the utility company.
• Maintains close surveillance of bearing temperatures of generator shafts, oil and steam pressures and turbo generator temperatures and related valves.

• Boiler operations – 2 years of experience is required.
• Power Plant Operation – 5 years of experience is required.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Salary: $64,000 - $108,000 per year.

Shift: First.

Work hours:

8 AM - 4 PM.

Education:

Associate. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.