Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer Intern to join our Facilities team. This temporary position (lasting 1 year) will work part-time (0.8 FTE) weekdays on-site.

Purpose of this Position: Under direction, an employee in this job class will be training under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in performing work of moderate difficulty in the operations and maintenance on a wide range of complex MEP - Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing equipment with an emphasis on HVAC/R - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration equipment. This job class will also perform a wide variety of other moderately difficult operational tasks including building/structural, welding/fabrication, and general maintenance work tasks as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

During the Internship the Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer Intern will learn skills associated with Healthcare Facilities Operations including HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration); Electrical - Emergency Generators, Motors, and Distribution; Plumbing - Layouts and General Repair; Medical Gases - Piped and Bottled; Pneumatic Tube Systems; Compliance - NFPA, Joint Commission, and MDH; Fire Systems; and more by training with Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineers and Trade staff in daily duties of Operations.

• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in operations and maintenance of all building systems: HVAC pneumatic and direct digital controls, BAS and VAV systems, A/C units, cooling towers, compressors, emergency electrical power generators, physical heating and cooling plant circulating pumps, ventilation units, refrigeration units, exhaust systems, steam PRV stations, and all other related physical plant equipment
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in operation, maintenance, and response to pneumatic tube transportation system issues
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in operation, maintenance, and response to medical and industrial gases systems: medical air, medical vacuum, oxygen, nitrous oxide, nitrogen, carbon dioxide and welding gas issues
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in first responder duties for urgent customer requests, life safety, fire, and physical plant system alarm conditions
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in maintenance procedures and to perform assigned preventive maintenance and corrective repair assignments
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in managing heavy equipment and supplies
• Read HVAC/Refrigeration control schematics, and mechanical blueprints
• Perform tasks on portable ladders at varying heights and navigate congested mechanical environments
• Train under a Facilities Maintenance/Operations Engineer in maintaining supplies, tool inventory and cleaning

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in an approved Technical School HVAC/R Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrollment in the Second Year of an approved Technical School HVAC/R Program or a recent graduate of an approved Technical School HVAC/R Program

Preferred License/Certifications:

• EPA Universal Refrigeration License and Minnesota Special Boilers License or ability to obtain

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Must be able to learn skills in MEP - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing troubleshooting service and repairs; with an emphasis on HVAC/R - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration troubleshooting service and repairs
• Must be able to learn skills in HVAC pneumatic, direct digital controls associated with energy management systems, in maintenance and repair of building automation systems
• Must be able to learn pneumatic tube transportation systems
• Must be able to learn to read and interpret pneumatic and electric schematics, building blueprints and technical manuals
• Must be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships in an organized labor large crew environment necessary
• Must be able to orally communicate effectively with customers and to complete written work orders

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.