Evening-Shift Central Plant Operator for Critical Healthcare

Home Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential

Free on-site parking

Technical training & licensing

Meaningful healthcare facility work

Job summary

Home Health is seeking a Central Plant Operator to manage the hospital's central utility systems around the clock, ensuring safe, reliable operation of steam, chilled water, medical gases, and HVAC.

You will respond to alarms, coordinate with Facilities, and work evenings with shift differential, with opportunities for training and career growth in a mission-critical healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands, and respond during emergencies.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain the hospital's Central Utility Plant.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps, HVAC equipment.
• Monitor and respond to equipment alarms using Niagara and Automated Logic BAS.
• Respond to facility emergencies, equipment failures, and service requests.
• Operate and maintain five high‑pressure steam boilers totaling 2,650 horsepower for heating, humidification, sterilization and hot water.
• Monitor and maintain four 1,340‑ton centrifugal chillers supporting patient care areas.
• Assist with medical gas systems, emergency generators, fire protection, and other critical infrastructure.
• Document inspections, maintenance activities, and operations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with Operators and Facilities staff to maintain reliable building systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Communication

Driver's license

Tools

Niagara BAS

Job description

Home Health is seeking a Central Plant Operator to manage the hospital's central utility systems around the clock, ensuring safe, reliable operation of steam, chilled water, medical gases, and HVAC.

You will respond to alarms, coordinate with Facilities, and work evenings with shift differential, with opportunities for training and career growth in a mission-critical healthcare environment.