Plant Operator

St. Joseph's/Candler; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's/Candler in Savannah, Georgia is seeking a Maintenance Technician for general upkeep of facilities and service equipment. Responsibilities include on-call dispatching for emergencies, conducting inspections, and ensuring safe operation of hospital equipment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2-3 years of maintenance experience and a high school diploma is preferred. The role involves handling a rotating schedule, monitoring chemical treatments, and maintaining HVAC systems efficiently.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of maintenance experience required.
• Experience working as or under a chief plant operator.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general maintenance of all facilities and service equipment.
• Handle on-call dispatch in emergency situations.
• Perform inspections and repairs of all mechanical systems.

Skills

General maintenance

Inspection and repairs

HVAC systems knowledge

Utility monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Team Leader of Plant Operations, responsible for general maintenance of all facilities and service equipment 24/7. Responsible for on‑call dispatch in all emergency situations requiring the assistance of on‑call technicians. Performs inspections, calibrations, and repairs to all mechanical systems in such a manner that insures the safe, reliable and efficient operation of hospital equipment and systems. Maintains boilers, cooling towers, chillers, well water equipment, domestic water equipment, distribution pumps, fire pumps, air compressors, etc., and associated HVAC components. Responsible for chemical tests or treatments of appropriate water systems and documentation. Responsible for monitoring and understanding building automation systems such as HVAC controls, major equipment controls (chillers), lighting controls, etc. Responsible for utility usage monitoring, tracking, and reporting. Covers 12‑hour shifts on night, day, and weekend rotation at any SJ/C facility assigned by the Team Leader of Plant Operations. Responsible for maintaining a stock of all critical replacement equipment and parts necessary to make quick repair on all critical systems.

Education

• High School Diploma - Preferred

Experience

• 2-3 Years Maintenance - Required
• Working as or under the chief plant operator

License & Certification

None Required

Core Job Functions

• Performs work as assigned by team leader, keeps team leader informed of any unresolved issues. Assignments are completed per established schedule/deadlines.
• System failure reports, repair problems are addressed to the correct supervisor or manager. Safety issues are reported immediately.
• Maintain powerhouse, cooling tower, chemical yards, mechanical equipment, and documentation.
• Work orders and stat calls are responded timely. Responds to emergency calls per guidelines. Malfunctions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Equipment is inspected, in accordance with departmental policy. Materials are obtained and equipment repairs are initiated as soon as possible. Supplies are used cost‑effectively and waste minimized.