What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at Children's Health?
Job Title & Specialty Area: Plant Operator
Department: Engineering
Location: Plano, TX
Shift: 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM. Rotating schedule with 3 days one week and 4 days the next, alternating continuously. Must be available to work every other weekend.
Why Children's Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary
This position is responsible for analyzing, planning, installing, evaluating, certifying and correcting mechanical system malfunctions.
Responsibilities
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You
Department: Engineering
Location: Plano, TX
Shift: 5:30 PM – 6:00 AM. Rotating schedule with 3 days one week and 4 days the next, alternating continuously. Must be available to work every other weekend.
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Why Children's Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary
This position is responsible for analyzing, planning, installing, evaluating, certifying and correcting mechanical system malfunctions.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain Chiller Plant equipment including but not limited to the following: chillers, chilled water pumps, condensing water pumps, cooling towers and all associate equipment (e.g. pumps, motor, gear boxes, fill material, risers, cold water basin, heat exchangers, chiller tube cleaning, make-up water system, water chemistry testing & treatment, controls, variable frequency drives, etc.)
- Operate and maintain Boiler Plant equipment including but not limited to the following: steam boilers, hot water boilers (domestic water heaters), deaerator tank, boiler feed tank, boiler feed pumps, water softeners, make-water system, steam traps, heat exchangers, condensate system, water chemistry testing & treatment and all associated equipment (e.g. pumps, motor, gear boxes, controls, variable frequency drives, etc.)
- Operate and maintain facility HVAC systems and equipment to include but not limited to the following: air handling units, fan coil units, split systems, humidifiers, exhaust fans, VAV boxes, DX units, Liebert units, and all associated equipment (e.g. fans, compressors, refrigerant, controls, pneumatic control systems, HVAC control valves, electric motors, pneumatic control systems, etc.) Must be able to perform testing and balancing of HVAC systems.
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of complex piping systems to include steam piping (replacing steam valves, installation of condensate pumps, steam leaks, etc.), chilled water piping and valves.
- Knowledge of building automation systems, fire/smoke damper repairs, OR support (temperature, pressure, humidity), and general hot/cold call support.
- Maintain environmental temperatures and air balance.
- Accomplish and document preventive maintenance.
- Perform other job duties and special projects as required.
- At least 3 years related experience in one of the following: Boiler Operation and Maintenance, Chiller/Chilled Water Operation and Maintenance, HVAC Systems, or Pipe Fitting Required
- At least 7 years related experience in one of the following: Boiler Operation and Maintenance, Chiller/Chilled Water Operation and Maintenance, HVAC Systems, or Pipe Fitting Preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent Required
- Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Preferred
- HVAC Technician Certification and Universal EPA License Preferred
- Stationary Engineer License, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade Preferred
- Pipe Fitting Certification Preferred
- Chilled Water Certification Preferred
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You
- Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
- 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Caregiver Leave
- Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement