Stationary Engineer II

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain the Central Energy Plant equipment during the evening shift (Tue–Sat, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.). The role ensures a stable supply of utilities across hospital facilities, with safety as a priority and opportunities to support hospital operations in a complex pediatric setting.

Required education is an Associate Degree or equivalent experience, and a Boiler Operator License is listed among recommended

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Boiler operator license preferred or required.
• Experience in plant maintenance or facilities in hospital setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains Central Energy Plant machinery to ensure comfort and stable utilities.
• Provides advanced technical support to plant personnel in troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintains safety procedures and uses personal protective equipment.
• Operates emergency power systems and monitors equipment performance.
• Performs preventive maintenance and inspections per schedule.
• Reads and interprets mechanical/electrical plans and schematics.

Skills

Boiler operation

Plant maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Ladder logic

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Mechanical/electrical drawings

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift: Evening Shift Time Type: Full time Department: CC017310 Maintenance Summary: Tuesday to Saturday, 2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.) Salary: Most new hires start between $23.00-$28.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information: Operates and maintains Central Energy Plant machinery to attain maximum comfort levels and a stable supply of all utilities in all public buildings connected to the plants, while maximizing efficiency and emergency readiness. Provides advanced technical support to other plant personnel in troubleshooting & repair operations. Tuesday to Saturday, 2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.)

Required Education: Associate Degree or Equivalent Experience. Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Related Field - 2 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Faclities - Direct_1 year hospital specific Central Energy Plant operation experience

Required Certifications: Boiler Operator License - Arkansas Department of Labor Boiler Operator's License Division Recommended Certifications: Industrial Maintenance Electrician (License) - Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners, Universal Technician Certification - EPA - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

1. Ensures all Plant machinery is operating within design specs and takes appropriate action if not. Continuously monitors local indictors and building automation system to ensure proper operation of machinery and a stable supply of utilities.
2. Makes sure to maintain detailed mechanical and electrical knowledge of all plant machinery and associated systems, continuously updates their knowledge and education about all newly purchased equipment.
3. Maintains knowledge of and practices all plant safety procedures. Understands the purpose and use of personal protection equipment.
4. Understands and has the ability to operate and maintain the following special purpose systems: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler, Medical Air, Medical Gas, Medical Vacuum, Emergency Generation and Switchgear, Remote Generator Monitors and Remote Boiler Monitors.
5. Conducts intermediate inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance on machinery in accordance with preventive maintenance schedules.
6. Has ability to use tools, diagnostic test equipment; read and understand mechanical and electrical plans and schematics; set-up and correctly operate indicating tools for shaft alignment; understand ladder logic and diagnose problems associated with programmable logic.
7. Possesses knowledge of all emergency response procedures for all plant equipment/utilities and demonstrates the ability to carry out those procedures. Maintains our emergency power systems readiness at all times.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values-safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we’re nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.”

Linda – Information Systems Analyst “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.”

Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.”

Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!”

Nick – Supply Assistant “Care, love, and hope for children!”