Plant Tech

Trinity Health; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Facilities team at Saint Mary’s Hospital as a Plant Tech I. This full-time position involves operating and maintaining Central Plant systems, including boilers and HVAC units. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least five years of experience in boiler operations or HVAC work. Enjoy career growth opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in a supportive healthcare environment.

Benefits

Career growth and advancement potential

Award-winning Patient Access Department

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in boiler operations and/or general HVAC work.
• Connecticut State Journeyman (S-2) License preferred.
• Participation in and/or completion of an Apprenticeship program in HVAC or Plumbing trade is preferrable.

Responsibilities

• Operates, monitors, repairs and maintains Central Plant systems and equipment.
• Monitors and repairs major boiler components and safety control systems.
• Maintains steam supply header valves and performs fuel supply monitoring.

Skills

Trade Knowledge/Ability

Basic Reading Skills

Basic Writing Skills

Mathematics Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Vocational/Technical High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Come join the Facilities team at Saint Mary’s Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

The Plant Tech I acts as a quality service individual who operates, monitors, repairs and maintains Central Plant systems and equipment including boilers, chillers, HVAC units, related auxiliary equipment and controls in a safe and efficient manner.

What you will do:

• Monitors and repairs major boiler components including fire box, water tubes, headers and mud drums.
• Monitors and repairs burners including control valves, nozzles and tips for all fuels utilized.
• Monitors and repairs boiler fire safety control systems.
• Monitors and repairs boiler combustion control systems.
• Monitors and repairs feedwater and make-up water treatment and supply system including condensate storage, deaerator transfer and feedwater supply pumps, pressure regulator and boiler water level control.
• Maintains condensate return pumps, steam traps and associate piping.
• Maintains steam supply header valves and bypass arrangements.
• Maintains pressure regulating valves and bypass arrangements.
• Performs fuel supply monitoring, measuring, transfer systems, valves and record keeping.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Preferred diploma from a vocational/technical High School.
• Must have proficiency in basic reading, writing and mathematics skills.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in boiler operations and/or general HVAC work. Healthcare setting experience is preferred. Participation in and/or completion of an Apprenticeship program in the HVAC or Plumbing trade is preferrable. Any apprenticeship experience will count towards the minimum of 5+ years requirement above.
• Must have a valid Connecticut Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the hospital’s “Driver and Vehicle Policy.”
• Connecticut State Journeyman (S-2) License preferred.
• Demonstrated by meeting standards in key result are for “Trade Knowledge/Ability.”

Working Conditions:

• Some minor inconvenience or discomfort routinely present in the work situation (moderately noisy, disagreeable odors, etc.), or occasional exposure to minor injury or other occupational hazards requiring precaution.
• Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
• Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as eye protection, ear protection, gloves, masks, and other equipment deemed necessary to perform the work safely.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds individually.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time, 40 Hours- Day Shift (Weekends Included)
• Our Mission and Core Values
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.