Power Plant Operator

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY seeks a Power Plant Operator to maintain and operate a cogeneration plant. Responsibilities include completing assigned work orders, and performing skilled maintenance on HVAC, alarms, generators, and monitoring systems.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent with trade training or 5 years of related experience; apprenticeship is preferred. The role involves reading blueprints and working with Direct Digital Control and PLC-based systems.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or recognized equivalent plus formal trade/vocational school training or five (5) years related experience.
• Completion of apprenticeship program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance services and overall operations for the cogeneration plant, ensuring completion of work orders.
• Perform skilled maintenance activities (HVAC, alarms – Direct Digital Control, Emergency Generator Systems, monitoring systems, boilers, cogeneration).
• Read blueprints and perform material takeoffs; operate and maintain plant equipment.

Skills

Direct Digital Control

PLC-based Plant Control Systems

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Direct Digital Control systems

Plant Control Systems

Steam Boilers

Cogeneration Systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The job of Power Plant Operator was established for the purposes of providing maintenance services and overall operations with specific responsibility for ensuring completion of assigned work order projects and continued operation of the cogeneration plant; performing a wide variety of skilled maintenance activities (e. g. HVAC systems, alarms – Direct Digital Control, Emergency Generator Systems, Computer Monitoring Systems, Steam and Hot Water Boilers, Co-Generation plant, etc.) and any other duties as directed;

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

High School graduate or recognized equivalent plus formal trade/vocational school training or five (5) years related experience. Completion of apprenticeship program preferred.

Participates in orientation and continuing education in order to maintain the knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use standard hand tools, machinery and equipment plus precision measuring tools. Basic to advanced knowledge of Direct Digital Control systems and PLC based Plant Control Systems, Steam Boilers and/or Cogeneration systems and operations. Ability to read and interpret blue prints and to prepare material takeoffs. Basic to advanced code and regulatory knowledge. See Specific Performance Criteria section for additional information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS

Industrial setting: Clinical setting occasionally. Exposure Class I. Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions. Intermittent to regular exposure to unpleasant physical conditions, including but not limited to: high temperatures and general outdoor seasonal weather conditions. Occasional to regular exposure to situations that could cause moderate to serious injury or illness, including but not limited to use of hand tools, power tools, operation of machinery and equipment, materials and equipment cleaning utilizing various cleaning solutions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy work: Continual and repetitive motions, including but not limited to heavy lifting (up to 80 lbs.), bending, stooping, twisting, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, prolonged walking and standing.

WORK CONTACT GROUP

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

MISSION

We, at Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming Healing presence within our communities.

VISION

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

OUR VALUES

Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person. Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves

Accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care. Commitment To Those Who Are Poor:

We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable. Integrity: We are faithful to who we say

we are. Justice: We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth. Excellence:

We heal by expecting the best of ourselves and others.

RELATIONSHIP-BASED CAREGUIDING PRINCIPLES

Caring And healing practices are found in relationships, communication and the hospital setting. Patients are actively involved in their care and experience a therapeutic relationship with the caregiver.

Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while taking into account the unique needs of each patient. These values are consistent in practice and include patient advocacy, safety and education.

Teamwork promotes clinical excellence and is rooted in effective communication, accountability and continuity of care and respect for co-workers.

Caring leaders create an environment in which caring relationships happen. These leaders emerge from all levels of the network helping to create a shared vision reflecting the mission, vision and values of St. Joseph’s

Pay Range: $25.85-38.80

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.