Operating Engineer

CHI; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 26,119 - 36,892; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work/life balance

Health benefits

Job summary

A regional health network in Arkansas is seeking an Operating Engineer. The role involves operating high-pressure boilers, maintaining building systems, and ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in power plant operations or equivalent education. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $18.96 to $26.78 per hour and fosters a supportive environment for team member well-being.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of work experience in power plant operating.
• Successful completion of a four-year apprenticeship program in power plant operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure boilers.
• Design, construct, install, or maintain building systems and equipment.
• Monitor and recommend solutions for equipment/system problems.

Skills

Operational efficiency

Problem-solving

Technical expertise

Safety standards

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As an Operating Engineer, you will independently perform journeyman-level duties, responsible for daily operational issues concerning the energy plant, hospital, and associated equipment/systems.

Every day, you will design, construct, install, or maintain building systems and equipment, ensuring safety, functionality, efficiency, and occupant comfort. You will also monitor equipment/system problems and recommend solutions for optimal facility performance.

Success in this role requires extensive technical expertise, a strong commitment to safety and efficiency, excellent problem‑solving, and autonomous work with high operational standards.

• Operates high-pressure boilers.
• Operates chillers and absorbers.
• Compiles water treatment reports.
• Performs maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps, steam pipes, and related machinery.
• Operates automated building control computer and makes corrections as required.
• Operates/adjusts air handling equipment.

Required

• High School Graduate or High School GED.
• At least 5 years work experience in power plant operating or successful completion of a four‑year apprenticeship program in power plant operation or equivalent within Healthcare or a related field.

Where You'll Work

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well‑being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

Pay Range

$18.96 - $26.78 /hour