Plant Operator

Shift and Location

Shift: Rotating.

Location:

Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital.

• Plant Operator I, II, III, IV:
  Performs general maintenance duties and general support services in all areas of Singing River Health System operations for all non-clinical equipment and facilities. Provides general support services to patients, guests, and staff.
• Plant Operator V:
  Performs general maintenance duties and general support services in all areas of Singing River Health System operations for all non-clinical equipment and facilities. Provides general support services to patients, guests, and staff. Responsible for training the other Plant Operators.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The company reserves the right to revise the job or require assignment of other tasks as authorized.

• Education:
  
  High School graduate or equivalent is required.
• License: N/A
• Certifications:
  
  Certification preferred for electricians, HVAC technicians, and plumbers.

• Plant Operator I: 0–2 years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing or piping, or Life Safety Code.
• Plant Operator II: 2–4 years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing or piping, or Life Safety Code, plus at least two years as a Plant Operator I.
• Plant Operator III: 4–6 years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing or piping, or Life Safety Code, plus at least three years as a Plant Operator II.
• Plant Operator IV: 6+ years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing or piping, or Life Safety Code, plus at least three years as a Plant Operator III.
• Plant Operator V: 6+ years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing or piping, or Life Safety Code, plus a minimum of one year as a Plant Operator IV.

• Reports to:
  
  Facilities Support Manager.
• Supervises:
  Plant Operator I, II, III, IV:
  None;
  Plant Operator V:
  All Plant Operators.

• Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses many physical motions daily.
• Requires moderate to high physical agility and strength, including ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and moving equipment.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds without assistance; dexterous use of wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Must stand for extended periods and walk significant distances.
• May be exposed to communicable disease, radiation, or environmental conditions outside the facility.
• Must have adequate hearing, vision (with or without correction), and sensory acuity for tasks such as identifying colors and depth perception.

• Requires keen mental faculties, assessment, and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear speaking and enunciation in person and via telephone.
• Must manage high stress, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail while multitasking.

• Superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Basic computer skills for Plant Operator I; advanced computer and programming skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for Plant Operators II, III, IV, V.
• Must be keyboard proficient and familiar with telephone, fax, and office technology.
• Must have general knowledge of hand tools, gauges, tape measure, and related equipment.
• Travel throughout the SRHS service area; must provide own transportation and possess a valid driver license.
• Travel may require rotating shifts as scheduled by the Manager.
• Completion of online SRHS safety modules is required.