Chief Engineer

				Overview:

The Chief Engineer provides the technical supervision for the development, production or operation of an engineering/plant operation function. This position leads the solution process, develops plans and implements changes to improve process, increase efficiency and ensure security and safety of staff and patients.   

Responsibilities:

* Manage the completion of projects and tasks while ensuring quality results and compliance with operating standards and policies. 
* Develop plans and objectives to fulfill the engineering needs of the hospital. 
* Review, monitor and revise policies and procedures to ensure efficient and compliant actions and decisions of the department.
* Approve purchase orders relating to the replenishment of stock and supplies. Responsible for inventory of materials and tools.
* Interview, hire and train new employees. Take appropriate disciplinary action as needed.  
* Ensure servicing and inspection of the boiler and chiller plant operations. Ensure permits are current. 
* May be required to assist or perform general maintenance tasks necessary to maintaining normal, consistent operations.
* Performs periodic rounds to all BFCC facilities.
* In case of a Hospital emergency, the employee must perform other duties necessary to ensure the welfare of patients, staff, visitors, and the efficient operation of the Medical Center. 
* Serve on fire brigade. 
* Performs other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

* High School diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

* Minimum of tens (10) years experience in an engineering function for a hospital or medical facility. 

Knowledge and Skills:

* Extensive knowledge and practical experience in hospital or health care facility operations. 
* Able to direct others, establish goals, monitor performance and ensure quality standards are met.
* Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem solving skills and analytical abilities.
* Ability to fully utilize BHMS's electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position.

Licenses, Certifications:

* NYC Refrigeration Machine Operator, NYC High Pressure steam operator.
* EPA approved certificate for refrigerant handling universal and certificate of fitness for bulk gases.

Physical Requirements:

* Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day.  
* Position will be required to stoops, bends, lifts, carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

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The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center