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Primary City/State: Ogallala, Nebraska Department Name: Fac Opns--WD-Rurals-Corp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary $5k sign-on bonus for experienced Plant Mechanics! You have a place in the health care industry. There’s more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Apply today! Ogallala offers one of Nebraska's most popular recreational areas Lake McConaughy, the state's largest lake. There are all sorts of activities here from boating, fishing and camping to viewing the diverse avian populations. West Wing Golf Club provides a relaxing 18-hole game through moguls and greens while a stroll down Main Street offers a glimpse into life in a 19th Century town. As Plant Mechanic at Ogallala Community Hospital, you will operate and maintain power plant and facility utility systems, including boilers, chillers, generators, and pumped water systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to maintenance and emergency calls, support fire and safety response, maintain operational logs, and assist with general facilities, security, and patient safety duties as needed. Schedule: Monday through Friday working 7AM to 430PM. On-call is every other week. Requires one year of experience as a Plant Mechanic. Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides basic to intermediate operator and mechanical skills in the proper operation and repair of all plant equipment. Also responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of plant and facilities equipment. Monitors and documents the proper performance of all equipment through routine equipment inspection utilizing the appropriate equipment instrumentation and computers. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Operates and assists in the proper maintenance and repairs of power plant, facility utilities equipment and systems. Maintains and repairs steam/hot water boilers, centrifugal/reciprocating chillers, and cooling towers. Maintains all pumped systems including: chilled water, condensate water, domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water, condensate, sewage ejector, medical air, vacuum, mechanical air, and fuel oil. Performs and maintains plant water treatment programs. 2. Assists in the operating of the emergency generator system, fire monitoring and control systems. Participates in energy management/conservation programs. 3. Performs preventative maintenance duties on plant equipment and machinery. 4. Maintains a detailed log on all required facility equipment, records all shift activity. Responds to assigned general maintenance calls and emergency calls as required. Assists as a member of the Fire Response Team. 5. Cleans assigned work area and maintains tools, storage and assigned areas in an orderly manner; and assists in other areas of Facilities services as required. 6. Drives company vehicles to transport equipment and contract maintenance personnel as assigned. 7. Works independently under general supervision. Fulfills responsibilities using specialized skills and knowledge. This position interacts with a wide variety of individuals including staff, co-workers, patients, physicians, visitors, regulatory agencies, surveyors, inspectors, contractors, and vendors. This position is facility based and has no budgetary responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge, plus vocational or technical training. Requires 1 year of experience as a Plant Mechanic and the ability to demonstrate basic to intermediate skills in the field of plant operations. Must have working knowledge of utility and infrastructure systems and components common to the healthcare environment. Must be able to exercise independent decision making and judgment in the performance of all duties. Requires the ability to work safely and effectively with infrastructure and utility equipment. Must have current Boiler Operator’s License if required by state in which employed or applicable Authorities having Jurisdiction. Denver and Pueblo Colorado require Boiler Operator License. Must be proficient in reading and understanding related and required maintenance and construction documents. Facilities or departments, depending on business need, may require proof of a valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be able to work effectively with plant computer software programs. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prefer working knowledge and certification as required of applicable regulatory codes, and IBC (International Building Codes), UBC (Uniform Building Code), Joint Commission, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and State and local building codes. Previous construction experience is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. Please visit our Benefits Guide for more information. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy This website contains the current Banner Health job openings. Applications submitted on this site will be securely submitted for consideration. Applying via our careers website is the only way to obtain employment with Banner Health. We will never ask you for personal or banking information, or for equipment to be purchased or sent to us as part of the hiring process. Job seekers should only respond to communication from Banner’s email domain, @bannerhealth.com. For questions or to report a scam visit our contact page.