Plant Mechanic

Banner Health Corporate; Sun City CDP (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Banner Health Corporate in Sun City, AZ is seeking a Plant Mechanic in Facility Operations to maintain a safe, comfortable environment for patients and staff. You’ll work with chillers, boilers, AHUs, and a modern BMS, performing preventive maintenance and repairs with a skilled team.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM at Banner Boswell Medical Center, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational/technical training preferred.
• 1 year of Plant Mechanic experience with basic to intermediate plant operation skills.
• Working knowledge of utility and infrastructure systems in healthcare environments.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance/construction documents.
• May require a valid driver’s license and Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain power plant and facility utilities equipment.
• Maintain boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment and document shift activities.
• Respond to maintenance and emergency calls; assist Fire Response Team as needed.
• Drive company vehicles to transport equipment and personnel.

Skills

Plant operations

Boiler operation

Electrical & mechanical skills

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training

Tools

Plant computer software

Job description

Primary City/State: Sun City, Arizona
Department Name: Fac Opns-AZ West 1-Corp
Work Shift: Day Job
Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary
$5,000 sign-on bonus available.

You have a place in the health care industry. One might be surprised by the number of people who work behind the scenes and play a critical role. Facility Services ensures all our hospitals, clinics and medical offices are in tip-top shape for our patients.

As a Plant Mechanic on our Facility Operations team, you’ll help maintain a safe, comfortable environment for patients and clinical staff. You’ll work with a diverse team of technicians and use your plant operations expertise to maintain and repair key hospital infrastructure, including chillers, cooling towers, boilers, AHUs, and a modern BMS. If you’re looking to work in a critical environment with state-of-the-art building systems that support patient care.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday working 6AM to 2:30PM or Tuesday - Saturday working 6AM to 2:30PM at Banner Boswell Medical Center.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you’ll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides basic to intermediate operator and mechanical skills in the proper operation and repair of all plant equipment. Also responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of plant and facilities equipment. Monitors and documents the proper performance of all equipment through routine equipment inspection utilizing the appropriate equipment instrumentation and computers.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Operates and assists in the proper maintenance and repairs of power plant, facility utilities equipment and systems. Maintains and repairs steam/hot water boilers, centrifugal/reciprocating chillers, and cooling towers. Maintains all pumped systems including: chilled water, condensate water, domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water, condensate, sewage ejector, medical air, vacuum, mechanical air, and fuel oil. Performs and maintains plant water treatment programs.
• Assists in the operating of the emergency generator system, fire monitoring and control systems. Participates in energy management/conservation programs.
• Performs preventative maintenance duties on plant equipment and machinery.
• Maintains a detailed log on all required facility equipment, records all shift activity. Responds to assigned general maintenance calls and emergency calls as required. Assists as a member of the Fire Response Team.
• Cleans assigned work area and maintains tools, storage and assigned areas in an orderly manner; and assists in other areas of Facilities services as required.
• Drives company vehicles to transport equipment and contract maintenance personnel as assigned.
• Works independently under general supervision. Fulfills responsibilities using specialized skills and knowledge.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge, plus vocational or technical training.
• Requires 1 year of experience as a Plant Mechanic and the ability to demonstrate basic to intermediate skills in the field of plant operations.
• Must have working knowledge of utility and infrastructure systems and components common to the healthcare environment.
• Must be able to exercise independent decision making and judgment in the performance of all duties.
• Requires the ability to work safely and effectively with infrastructure and utility equipment.
• Must have current Boiler Operator’s License if required by state in which employed or applicable Authorities having Jurisdiction. Denver and Pueblo Colorado require Boiler Operator License.
• Must be proficient in reading and understanding related and required maintenance and construction documents.
• Facilities or departments, depending on business need, may require proof of a valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must be able to work effectively with plant computer software programs.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer working knowledge and certification as required of applicable regulatory codes, and IBC (International Building Codes), UBC (Uniform Building Code), Joint Commission, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and State and local building codes.
• Previous construction experience is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO STATEMENT

EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better.

The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. Please visit our Benefits Guide for more information.