Equipment Operator
About The Position
Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Facilities or designee, the Equipment Operator performs predictive and preventive maintenance on equipment and systems throughout the facilities. The role inspects mechanical areas, equipment, and piping systems; troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning equipment and systems; makes repairs; calibrates and functionally tests equipment and systems; recommends corrective actions; and reads, records, and interprets data and readings. The Equipment Operator also operates the Hospital Energy Management Systems and equipment, tests water and chemicals in cooling towers and HVAC systems, and adds necessary chemical treatments. This position is based at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, Massachusetts. It is scheduled for 40 hours on a day/evening shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with rotating weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage. Compensation is based on experience, with a stated pay range of $27.95 to $46.99 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, with two years of trade school education.
- Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's license.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Experience with Word, Excel, and an electronic work order system.
- Experience and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning building equipment and systems.
- Experience and ability to maintain routine equipment and parts.
- Mechanical-field experience and knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and equipment assembly.
- Three years of experience in Steam Power Plant Operations and general hospital or healthcare maintenance.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for a medical or personal exemption by signing a statement certifying the choice to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Responsibilities
- Perform predictive and preventive maintenance on equipment and systems throughout the facilities.
- Inspect mechanical areas, equipment, and piping systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning equipment and systems.
- Repair, calibrate, and functionally test equipment and systems.
- Recommend solutions for necessary corrective action.
- Read, record, and interpret data and readings.
- Operate the Hospital Energy Management Systems and equipment.
- Perform water and chemical testing of cooling towers and HVAC systems and add necessary chemical treatment.
- Maintain routine equipment and parts.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous Earned Time Off package.
- Employee Wellbeing Program.
- 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
- Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
