Facilities Plant Operator

Central Utility Plant Operator

We're looking for an experienced Central Utility Plant Operator to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a Central Utility Plant — including equipment maintenance, quality control testing, and day-to-day operations on an assigned shift. You'll diagnose operating problems, conduct preventive maintenance, operate PLCs and SCADA systems, and make independent operating decisions when supervision is absent.

What you'll do:

• Diagnose operating problems and direct/perform corrective action during assigned shift
• Conduct preventive maintenance on Central Utility Plant and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant systems
• Read gauges and meters, operate valves, start/stop equipment, and make process control adjustments
• Determine and set proper chemical dosage and flow rates; operate PLCs and SCADA systems
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses on water treatment
• Monitor, utilize, and update CMMS system; maintain complete records and plant logs
• Make operating decisions independently in the absence of supervisory personnel
• Prepare required reports and attend safety, process control, and training meetings

What you need:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in water/wastewater plant operations, utility mechanics, stationary engineering, or refrigeration mechanics
• Demonstrated advanced skills in plant operations with strong independent judgment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in environments with noise, confined spaces, chemicals, and outdoor conditions
• Availability for Wed–Sat night shift 8PM–6:30AM after completing training

Nice to have:

• 3–5 years of Central Utility Plant experience — chillers, compressors, cooling towers, building management systems, emergency generators, fire pumps, and water treatment programs
• Universal Refrigerant Processing Certificate — or working toward it
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CMMS, and data management systems
• Experience operating plant PLCs and SCADA systems