Plant Operator- Kalamazoo, Full Time- Variable Shift

Bronson Methodist Hospital; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo is seeking a Plant Operator for a full-time, variable shift. You will monitor and operate boiler and plant systems, perform routine and preventive maintenance, and ensure operational efficiency across utilities and automation systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3–5 years of related experience, plus a Class 4 NIULPE license within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required and 3–5 years related experience.
• Class 4 NIULPE power engineer's license required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boiler systems and plant equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Operate and monitor building automation and alarm systems.
• Perform chemical analysis to optimize system performance.
• Dispatch facilities personnel as needed and maintain logs.

Skills

Boiler systems

Pneumatic tube systems

Diagnostic equipment operation

Building automation systems

Computer operations

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NIULPE Class 4 license

Job description

Love Where You Work!

Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.

If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location

Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Power Plant (North Campus)

Title

Plant Operator- Kalamazoo, Full Time- Variable Shift

Monitor and operate systems and equipment, make necessary adjustments to main equipment. Perform routine and preventative maintenance with attention to detail. Must have working knowledge and experience with boilers, chilled water systems, water treatment, and pneumatic tube systems.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3-5 years related experience required.

Class 4 NIULPE power engineer's license required within 12 months of hire.

Position will work under close supervision of Facilities Lead Specialist.

Duties include:

• Must have general knowledge Boiler systems.
• Must have knowledge in CTS pneumatic tube systems.
• Must be able to understand and operate diagnostic equipment.
• Must have general knowledge of computer operations.
• Operate and troubleshoot utility system equipment.
• Operate and monitor building automation and alarm systems.
• Perform chemical analysis to optimize system performance.
• Perform corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Answer boiler room and facilities department phones. Dispatch/call-in facilities personnel as required.
• Maintain security of North dock and operate dock gate.
• Documentation -work performed, phone calls and operational log.
• Maintain assigned area of responsibility.
• Research/order supplies as needed.
• Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time.
• Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Cost Center

1800 Plant Engineering (BMH)