Hospital Central Plant Operator – Evening Shift

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential

Free on-site parking

Training and licensing support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Central Plant Operator to join a night-to-night team operating the hospital's critical utilities around the clock. You will monitor boilers, chillers, pumps, BAS alarms, and medical gas systems, ensuring patient care spaces stay safe and comfortable.

This role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, rapid response to emergencies, and collaboration with Facilities staff.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and respond effectively during emergency situations.
• Strong written and verbal 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, and associated mechanical systems.
• Monitor and respond to equipment alarms using Niagara and Automated Logic building automation systems (BAS).
• Respond to facility emergencies, equipment failures, and service requests throughout the hospital.
• Operate and maintain five high‑pressure steam boilers totaling 2,650 horsepower, providing steam for heating, humidification, sterilization, and domestic hot water.
• Monitor and maintain four 1,340‑ton centrifugal chillers supporting patient care areas, medical equipment, and facility cooling.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of medical gas systems, emergency generators, fire protection systems, and other critical building infrastructure.
• Document inspections, maintenance activities, and operational data while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with fellow operators and Facilities staff to maintain reliable, uninterrupted operation of all critical building systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Niagara BAS

Automated Logic BAS

Job description

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Central Plant Operator to join a night-to-night team operating the hospital's critical utilities around the clock. You will monitor boilers, chillers, pumps, BAS alarms, and medical gas systems, ensuring patient care spaces stay safe and comfortable.

This role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, rapid response to emergencies, and collaboration with Facilities staff.