Immediate deployment opportunity for experienced Stationary Engineers.
We are seeking highly qualified engineers to support short-term emergency operations at an acute care hospital facility in Los Angeles County.
This assignment requires professionals who can step into a fast-paced healthcare environment and operate independently while maintaining strict compliance, safety, and documentation standards.
Required – No Exceptions
Unlimited LA City Stationary Engineer License (Current and Active)
Applications without this license will not be reviewed.
Required Experience (Healthcare Central Plant)
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience operating and maintaining high-pressure steam boilers rated 500 HP or greater
- Minimum 3–5 years experience in an acute care hospital central plant environment
- Direct experience with:
- High-pressure steam generation and distribution systems
- Boiler feedwater systems and chemical treatment monitoring
- Steam condensate return systems
- Blowdown procedures and safety valve monitoring
- Emergency power systems and load transfer
- Chilled water systems (centrifugal and/or screw chillers)
- Cooling towers and condenser water systems
- Air compressors and compressed air systems
- Medical gas and medical vacuum infrastructure
- Experience responding to plant alarms and emergency conditions independently
- Ability to interpret plant schematics, P&IDs, and system diagrams
- Experience maintaining regulatory and operational logs in compliance with:
- State boiler regulations
- Hospital accreditation standards
- OSHA safety requirements
Technical Competencies
- Strong troubleshooting skills for boiler controls, combustion systems, and monitoring systems
- Familiarity with BAS/EMS systems (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, etc.)
- Proficient in reading blueprints and mechanical drawings
- Ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and assist with facility-related mechanical tasks when required
- Strong documentation discipline and attention to compliance detail
Professional Expectations
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high-acuity environment
- Calm and confident during emergency or high-pressure situations
- Strong communication skills with hospital leadership and plant teams
- Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset
- Reliable, punctual, and able to commit fully to scheduled shifts
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
- Ability to lift tools and equipment up to 100 lbs
- Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods
Pay: $52.00 - $85.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
