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Job Summary

To perform or direct the performance of others on complex mechanical work on waste autoclave systems and equipment; inspect completed maintenance and installation work for quality and assure the operating integrity of the autoclave and waste stream health, safety and pollution control; and to coordinate waste management programs and initiatives. 

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities*Maintain waste autoclaves and related equipment through preventive maintenance such as fitting and adjusting bearings, packing or lubrication.Maintain boilers for waste autoclaves and Health Systems out clinics and related equipment through inspections and preventive maintenance such as fitting and adjusting bearing, packing or lubrication.Inspect all waste autoclave plant equipment for defects or wear and determine whether repair, replacement or maintenance is necessary for proper operation.Balance, set and align waste autoclaves and boiler equipment and check tightness, alignments, and settings to prevent defects or wear.Repair, Maintain or replace electrical motors, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, cooling towers, grinders and all other components of waste autoclaves and boilers.Dismantle and repair boiler and waste autoclaves using cranes, cables, slings, rope-falls, riggings, scaffolding, booms, block and tackle, and any other apparatus for moving heavy objects.Run and maintain computerized control systems of autoclaves and boilers.Generate monthly or on demand computer reports pertaining to autoclave system, amount of waste autoclaved, etc.Inspect, install and repair steam pipes and insulation, valves, pumps and safety devices.Inspect and adjust automatic or manual boiler control mechanisms.Clean, inspect and perform routine maintenance on equipment and facilities including, but not limited to oiling, greasing, repair of furnace refractories and repacking of leaking packing glands.Observe fire, safety and EPA precautions.Required Qualifications*Graduation from a four-year trade or vocational high school with mechanical courses, and four years progressively responsible experience in boiler operations and repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.State of Michigan High Pressure Boiler Operators license.Reasonable mechanical aptitude.Reasonable knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in boiler operations.Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of high-pressure boilers and related equipment.Ability to regulate boiler operations.

Work Schedule

Work schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 1:30-11:30PM.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the International Union of Operating Engineers, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.