Health Facilities Mechanical Engineer I

Health Facilities Mechanical Engineer I

Summary 

Under close supervision, provides project management services, technical assistance, and consultation services to regional tribal health organizations within the State of Alaska. Mechanical systems include heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, building automation systems, medical gas systems, and building water utility and sanitation systems.

Responsibilities 

May represent ANTHC in external contact with partners (including regional tribal health organizations), agencies and consultants as required. Provides support for programs of Tribal Health Organizations (THO) according to their requirements. Support could include project management, technical reviews and inspections, oversight of contracts, and management assistance.

Works collaboratively with internal staff and THO’s to maximize the funding available for Maintenance and Improvement (M&I) as well as effective and efficient use of this funding. Performs delivery of services for projects assigned to the health facility engineering group, which includes development and implementation of comprehensive long range health facility programs, The Joint Commission (TJC) compliance, deep look surveys, master plans, energy audits, and training for health facility sustainability. Serves on assigned committees, task forces, and groups utilizing both technical and management expertise.

Supports tribal partners in the construction, major maintenance, and renovation of health care facilities including remote hospitals, health centers, and clinics. Develops project scopes of work, and identifies and manages project funding. 

Assists tribal partners with regulatory compliance with building code regulations, public law, and standards of health care accreditation agencies. Provides discipline specific consultation for architectural, structural, mechanical, or electrical systems typically found in health care facilities. 

Assures continuity of technical support to THO’s throughout the State of Alaska including the management and deployment of required technical skills and services. Assures the preparation of required Project Summary Documents (PSD’s). Implements technical standard processes, guidelines, practices, services, and schedules in support of THO’s. 

Assists contracting specialists with development of various contract instruments on behalf of the health facilities program and tribes. Assists by monitoring project budgets, schedules and performance and/or technical oversight. Completes internal and external written and oral reports professionally and in a timely manner. 

Coordinates with DEHE construction finance to insure timely and accurate financial reporting. Ensures that the Facilities Engineering Deficiency System (FEDS) is accurate to reflect changes in facility conditions.

Works closely with the small clinic organizations to satisfy their consultation services. 

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS 

Knowledge of Mechanical engineering practices and procedures. 

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. 

Knowledge of construction practices applicable to rural Alaska. 

Knowledge of acquisition procedures and contracting methods.

Skill in implementing strategic plans, goals, and procedures for cost effective management of allocated resources. 

Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. 

Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships. 

Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of computer software. 

Skill in verbal and written communication. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION 

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university or college program.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION 

Non-supervisory – Entry level, no experience is required.