Operating Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits that support work/life balance

Job summary

A regional healthcare network is seeking an Operating Engineer to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for medical staff and patients. Responsibilities include maintaining critical MEP systems and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a healthcare setting, strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, and a required Boiler License in Arkansas. This role offers competitive pay aligned with the community's healthcare needs.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in maintenance, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Proven experience as an Operating Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and alarms.
• Communicate and work effectively under stressful conditions.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Building automation systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Boiler License in Arkansas

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Operating Engineer at CHI St. Vincent, you will help ensure that our medical staff and patients have a safe and comfortable environment so they can focus on providing and receiving the highest quality care. Every day, you will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems throughout our healthcare facility. You will be expected to respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, emergencies, and alarms, ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations. To be successful in this role, you must have proven experience as an Operating Engineer in a healthcare setting or similar environment. Your in-depth knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems will be essential to maintain the integrity of our facility's infrastructure and contribute to the well‑being of our patients and staff.

• Learns to operate new equipment, test equipment, tools and/or software as soon as possible after it is received.
• Maintains purchase request and other financial files in a legible, orderly and timely manner.
• Works with other crafts and coordinates with them to allow work to be completed on schedule.
• Consistently produces a satisfactory quantity of work with no decrease in quality.
• Communicates and performs work satisfactorily under stressful conditions.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with a broad range of personalities.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of experience in working in maintenance, prefer in a health care setting
• Boiler License in the State of Arkansas required

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 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CHI St. Vincent Morrilton has provided quality care to its community for decades. Being part of CHI St. Vincent means the community has access to many centers of excellence, including our Heart Institute and Neuroscience Institute.

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