Stationary Engineer

Stationary Engineer Position at Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Hospital seeks to hire an experienced Stationary Engineer. Responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical facility systems within a healthcare environment. Ensures the safe and efficient performance of boilers, generators, refrigeration equipment, HVAC systems, mechanical infrastructure, and Building Automation Systems (BAS) while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards. This position primarily works daytime hours; however, flexibility may be required based on operational or facility needs. The role combines system oversight with hands-on preventative maintenance and repair work, with approximately one-third of the position dedicated to field-based maintenance and equipment support throughout the facility. Ideal experience includes managing automated building systems and HVAC mechanical operations in large facilities such as hospitals, hotels, commercial buildings, or industrial campuses.

As a Stationary Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair boilers, generators, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, and mechanical equipment
• Monitor and manage Building Automation Systems (BAS), controls, meters, gauges, and alarms to ensure optimal system performance
• Respond to equipment faults and perform corrective repairs
• Conduct preventative maintenance and document completed work
• Analyze equipment failures and determine repair or replacement needs
• Prepare operating reports and monitor equipment performance metrics
• Support compliance with healthcare facility standards and safety regulations

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred; equivalent work experience may substitute for formal education
• EPA Universal Certification required
• Boiler Operator License preferred
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License required
• 914 years of experience in stationary engineering, healthcare facilities maintenance, plant operations, commercial building maintenance, or industrial maintenance preferred
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Building Automation Systems (BAS) required
• Experience with JCI Metasys, Siemens systems, fire alarm systems, and PRIMEX preferred
• Strong understanding of HVAC mechanical systems, boilers, generators, refrigeration systems, and automated building controls
• Knowledge of healthcare facility compliance standards including The Joint Commission, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities Code, and ASHRAE 170 preferred

About Nashville General Hospital Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville's original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community. Our benefits include:

• Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses.
• Benefits begin on the first day of the month after one full calendar month of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
• Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost to you.
• Retirement Plan- eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution.
• Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
• Tuition Reimbursement for Employee and Dependents
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Up to 12 paid holidays each Year
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Parking for all employees

Join our team at Nashville General Hospital. Apply today! Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

We are an E-Verify employer.

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