Operating Engineer

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 31,009 - 43,793; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking an experienced Operating Engineer in Omaha, Nebraska to manage operational issues for the energy plant and hospital systems. You will be responsible for maintaining functionality and safety of high-pressure boilers and associated machinery.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of relevant experience, along with technical expertise and a strong commitment to efficiency and safety standards. Compensation ranges from $22.51 to $31.79 per hour, making this a competitive opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience with boiler operation.
• Completion of other steam plant third grade engineers course (NAPE).
• Possession of third grade station engineer license in Nebraska upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform operational duties in energy plant and hospital.
• Operate high-pressure boilers and chillers.
• Compile water treatment reports and perform maintenance on related machinery.
• Monitor equipment and recommend solutions for performance.

Skills

Boiler operation

Maintenance of chillers and pumps

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

High-school GED General Studies

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.

Job Requirements

• Two years’ experience with boiler operation.
• Other steam plant third grade engineers course (NAPE).
• Third grade station engineer: NE, upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• High‑school GED General Studies, upon hire.
• First grade station engineer: NE, upon hire.
• Second grade engineer: NE, upon hire.

Location

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy.

Compensation

$22.51 – $31.79 per hour.