Power Plant Operator I, Texas Behavioral Health Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Job summary

A leading psychiatric hospital in Dallas is seeking a Power Plant Operator I. This role involves semi-skilled operation and maintenance of power plant equipment and offers extensive benefits including health plans, paid time off, and retirement programs. Applicants should have a high school diploma, with experience in operation and maintenance preferred. Join us at this innovative facility focused on providing state-of-the-art care in behavioral health and making a positive impact on mental health care in Texas.

Qualifications

2 years of semi-skilled level experience in operation and maintenance of equipment.
Completion of certified operator program preferred.

Responsibilities

Starts up and shuts down power plant equipment.
Monitors equipment and maintains operational records.
Cleans and maintains equipment.

Skills

Semi-skilled operation

Maintenance of mechanical equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Power Plant Operator I

Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.

Texas Behavioral Health Center

The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.

When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.

As employees of UTSouthwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

Works under close supervision to perform semi-skilled level operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery in central plant environment.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience: 2 years of semi-skilled level experience in operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, or industrial equipment. May consider additional related education in lieu of experience (each year completed from a related plant operator higher education training program may be substituted for a year of required experience; this includes related vocational or trade school).

Preferred

Experience: Completion of certified operator program and experience in university physical plant environment.
Licenses and Certifications: Completion of certified operator program Upon Hire

Job Duties

Starts up, shuts down, and adjusts power plant and/or chilling station equipment or systems in accordance with established operational and safety procedures.
Monitors equipment and maintains records of equipment operational status.
Cleans and maintains equipment and work areas.
Operates control computer systems.
Performs detailed inspections of operating equipment for proper operation.
Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies.
Identifies and reports safety hazards and equipment malfunctions.
Attends meetings and training courses.
Trains new personnel as required.
May perform preventative or corrective maintenance tasks incidental to operation of mechanical or electrical systems.
May complete work orders using automated maintenance program systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Skilled Trade/Facilities Mgmt.

Organization

846445 - UTSW Psychiatric Hospital

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job