Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Utility Worker at our Hyde Park Location in the Environmental Services department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Job Summary

Inspect and maintain the Medical Center's fire extinguishers control systems; and support the Medical Center's hazard surveillance programs.

Essential Job Functions

Inspect all portable fire extinguishers monthly to ensure the charge gauge indicates full, the extinguisher is clean, free from obstructions, and complies with requirements listed in NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers and the City of Chicago code. The weight of each extinguisher shall be measured to ensure it remains full. Monthly inspections must be recorded both on the extinguisher tag and the computer system provided by the Safety Office.
Annual inspections of all extinguishers shall include attaching a new inspection tag, weight testing with a portable scale and cleaning.
Coordinate hydrostatic testing for each extinguisher by reviewing the test date on the extinguisher, identifying extinguishers requiring hydrostatic testing, transporting extinguishers to the dock, coordinating testing with the outside contractor, and returning extinguishers to their original location after hydrostatic testing.
Assure that fire hoses are in operable condition. Assist as directed in assuring that hoses are maintained and replaced as needed.
During extinguisher inspection rounds, general safety issues identified on the checklist shall be identified and recorded.
Certify air flow for laboratory chemical fume hoods on an annual basis. Certify that the pressure differential between the laboratories and public spaces is maintained.
Perform hazard surveillance rounds and document findings as assigned.
Performs other duties as requested by senior management.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required
Ability to maintain required documentation
Ability to maintain computerized data records related to fire extinguisher inspections, moisture surveillance, and hazard surveillance rounds
Ability to work independently and complete assigned duties regularly
Knowledge of NFPA 10 preferred but not required
Must pass the certification examination test offered by the City of Chicago to obtain the license for fire extinguisher inspections

Position Details

Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0) ; 8-hour shifts
Shift: Days
CBA Code: SEIU union
Unit/Department: Environmental Services - Hyde Park
No Visa Sponsorship Available

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