Power Plant Technician

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Power Plant Technician in Fargo, ND to monitor, diagnose, and maintain critical plant systems and equipment. The role includes overseeing building automation, keeping daily logs, and ensuring safe operation of boilers, chillers, pumps and motors.

You will work from blueprints and manuals, apply electrical test techniques, and communicate procedures clearly. The position requires a strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade/Vo-Tech training preferred.
• Experience operating and maintaining power production equipment.
• Boiler license may be required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and diagnose control issues on essential building systems.
• Oversee building automation system and coordinate with maintenance.
• Maintain daily log sheets for major equipment.
• Utilize electrical test equipment and procedures.
• Work with hand tools and read blueprints and manuals.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Provide clear written or oral explanations of procedures and equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Hand tools familiarity

Written/oral communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; trade or Vo-Tech training preferred

Boiler license

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

• Work Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Compensation: Starting Rate: $21.50 - $34.50
• Union Position: No

Summary

Operates, maintains, and services all power plant equipment including engine generator sets, boilers, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and motors. Performs water analysis on all systems and adds chemicals to keep levels in recommended ranges.

Job Description

The Power Plant Technician monitors and diagnoses control issues on systems integral to the operation of the buildings.

Oversees and monitors building automation system and directs any issues to maintenance department.

Keeps daily log sheets on major operating equipment.

Understanding of electrical test equipment and procedures.

Familiar with hand tools.

Ability to work from blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.

Must have strong mechanical and electrical trouble shooting ability.

Capable of accurate written and or oral explanations involving procedures, situations, and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Trade or Vo-Tech school in a related area preferred.
• Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of power production equipment, boilers, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water softeners and related systems.
• May require Boiler license.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must maintain good driving record.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].