Central Plant Operator

Intermountain Health; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20k sign-on bonus

Shift differentials

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Steam and Plant Systems Specialist at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, CO. The role requires mastery of steam and chiller plant operations and licensure as needed by the jurisdiction.

You will supervise safe operation, maintenance, and repairs of boilers, chillers, and related equipment. The position is full-time, nights (5:30pm–5:30am) with a weekend rotation; benefits eligible and a $20k sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Mastery of steam system and chiller plant operations.
• Licensure to operate steam systems as required by jurisdiction.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Valid driver''s license may be required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates deep mastery of steam and chilled water systems and equipment.
• Maintains and repairs boiler/chiller systems and performs water treatment.
• Plans and oversees boiler and chiller teardown and major maintenance.
• Winterizes and starts up chillers and cooling towers.
• Troubleshoots HVAC controls and leads teams in operations and projects.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Documentation

Prioritization

Time management

Planning

Accountability

Plant operations

Troubleshooting

Corrective maintenance

Job description

Job Description: The Steam and Plant Systems Specialist is a position in the Facilities Management department that requires demonstrated mastery of plant operations and may require current licensure to operate and maintain steam systems in the relevant municipality or state. The Steam and Plant Systems Specialist serves as a subject matter expert and regularly provides "senior level" knowledge and solutions to the facility's plant operations team. Regardless of specialty, a Steam and Plant Systems Specialist may be required to perform other maintenance tasks as needed, such as minor repairs or assisting with other projects. * 20k SIGN ON BONUS*

Shift: Nights 530pm-530am Sunday- Tuesday Sunday-Wednesday

fulltime

benefits eligible

*Shift differentials for role available*

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates a deep mastery of steam and chilled water systems and equipment, including boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, air handling equipment, and other terminal HVAC devices.
• Works independently to ensure safe and proper operation, maintenance, and repair of the hospital's boiler and/or chiller systems. This includes performing water treatment on boilers, steam systems, chillers, and cooling towers, as well as maintaining and preparing these systems for inspections.
• Plans, oversees, and ensures quality completion of: Boiler and chiller teardown and major maintenance.
• Winterizing and starting up chillers and cooling towers.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC digital and pneumatic controls associated with plant operations.
• Leads teams in both routine daily operations and project work and inspects and oversees the work of others.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize work appropriately. Effectively communicates with staff at all levels and prioritizes their workload to manage their time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for the thorough and accurate documentation of work and for the accurate and timely submission of timekeeping documentation.

Skills

• Working independently
• Effective Communication
• Documentation
• Prioritization
• Time Management
• Planning
• Accountability
• Plant Equipment Operations
• Troubleshooting
• Corrective Maintenance

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience and demonstrated mastery of steam system and chiller plant operations.
• Licensure to operate steam systems in the municipality or state where work is to be done; current licensure if required by the authority having jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated abilities working with hand and power tools.
• A valid driver's license may be required for this position.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment by following established safety procedures and protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
• Frequent interactions with customers that require employee to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer, phone, and cable set-up and use.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.
• Bending, lifting, stooping, crawling, laying, sitting, walking, climbing.
• Use of hand and power tools, proper use of hearing and eye protection.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures in nature, work in noisy or constricted spaces, exposure to odors and smells.

Location

• Saint Joseph Hospital
• Work City: Denver
• Work State: Colorado
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

• The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
• $34.88 - $53.07

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