Senior Operating Engineer – Hospital Energy Plant

CommonSpirit Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks an Operating Engineer to manage daily energy plant operations and hospital equipment.

You will design, install, and maintain building systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and occupant comfort while monitoring equipment performance and recommending improvements. The role requires autonomous work with high safety and operational standards, including boiler and chiller operation and routine maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 5 years in power plant operating or completion of a four-year apprenticeship in power plant operation or equivalent in healthcare.
• Boiler Operator certification: AR within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure boilers.
• Operate chillers and absorbers.
• Compile water treatment reports.
• Perform maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps, steam pipes and related machinery.
• Operate automated building control computer and make corrections as required.
• Operate/adjust air handling equipment.

Skills

Boiler operation

Chiller operation

Building automation

Maintenance planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Building Control System

Job description

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks an Operating Engineer to manage daily energy plant operations and hospital equipment.

You will design, install, and maintain building systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and occupant comfort while monitoring equipment performance and recommending improvements. The role requires autonomous work with high safety and operational standards, including boiler and chiller operation and routine maintenance tasks.