Plant Operator

Job Description

The Plan Operator is a position in the Facilities Management department that requires entry-level experience in plant operations. Regardless of specialty, a Plant Operator I may be required to perform other maintenance tasks as needed, such as minor repairs or assisting with other projects.

• Highly preferred knowledge of low, medium, and high pressure steam systems.
• Condensate return systems, steam traps, and steam operated pressure reducing valves.
• Experience with high pressure industrial firetube steam boilers, and hot water boilers. As well as DA tanks and Surge tanks. Industrial water softeners and associated systems including boiler chemicals, DE-alkalizers, and chemical feed pumps.
• Knowledge of steam heat exchangers. Both shell and tube and plate and frame. Preferred knowledge of boiler HMI and PLC processes. Preferred experience with various types of pumps, Including centrifugal, pneumatic, and steam operated.

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the hospital's boiler and/or chiller systems. This includes performing water treatment on boilers, steam systems, chillers, and cooling towers, as well as maintaining and preparing these systems for inspections.
• Performs or assists in boiler and chiller teardown and major maintenance.
• Assists in winterizing chillers and cooling towers, troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC digital and pneumatic controls, and ensuring the cleanliness of their working area and assigned locations.
• Eectively communicates with staff at all levels and prioritize their workload to manage their time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely submission of timekeeping documentation.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment, including boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, air handling equipment, and other terminal HVAC devices.

• Mechanical Equipment
• Cleaning Machinery Operations
• Equipment Operations
• Plumbing
• Plant Equipment
• Plant Operations
• Boiler Operations
• HVAC Systems
• Chemicals Handling
• Mechanical Systems
• Maintenance Repair
• Independent work and time management
• Documentation of work
• Communication
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe workspace
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Safety

• Some experience as a plant operator.
• Demonstrated abilities of the skills listed above
• A valid drivers license may be required for this position.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment by following established safety procedures and protocols.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions.

• Experience in a healthcare setting

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
• Frequent interactions with customers that require employee to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer, phone, and cable set-up and use.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typical includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• For roles requiring driving:
  Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.
• Bending, lifting, stooping, crawling, laying, sitting, walking, climbing.
• Use of hand and power tools, proper use of hearing and eye protection.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures in nature, work in noisy or constricted spaces, exposure to odors and smells.

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital

Provo

Utah

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$31.70 - $48.24

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