Plant Operations Technician- Baton Rouge

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The Plant Operations Technician maintains, operates, monitors, and repairs utilities and related central plant equipment, and responds to maintenance requests for hospitals, clinics, and supporting facilities. The role keeps the central plant clean and in good working condition, performs preventive maintenance, schedules and completes corrective maintenance in a timely and professional manner, and documents maintenance activities. The technician monitors and operates power plant and engineering equipment, troubleshoots systems according to manufacturers’ recommended maintenance and operating parameters, and adjusts Energy Management System heating and cooling schedules to match building loads. The role also performs building rounds and equipment inspections, records findings, reports problems to a supervisor, and responds to requests for assistance. The position must comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with water treatment for heating and cooling systems to protect water and steam piping and system integrity.
Experience using HVAC/temperature controls, Energy Management Systems, and computer operations to maintain building temperature comfort levels.
Current 2nd Class Engineers Certificate for Air Condition / Refrigeration if working at a facility in Orleans Parish.
Knowledge of pneumatic tube system operation for repairing and maintaining associated equipment.
Basic math skills.
Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor under stressful conditions.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Operating Engineering.
Current 2nd Class Engineers Certificate for Boilers & Air Condition.

Responsibilities

Answer the phone properly and resolve requests using the caller’s name and department.
Complete preventive maintenance and work requests promptly using the proper work order form.
Visually inspect and adjust power plant equipment to maximize efficiency.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot engineering equipment and systems according to manufacturers’ recommended maintenance and operating parameters.
Operate, monitor, and maintain the Energy Management System, adjusting heating and cooling schedules to reflect building loads.
Perform building rounds and equipment inspections, accurately enter round-sheet data, and report problems to a supervisor.
Maintain the central plant in clean, good working condition and document maintenance activities.
Schedule and complete corrective maintenance on equipment in a timely and professional manner.
Respond to maintenance requests for hospital, clinic, and supporting facilities.
Perform other related duties as required.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.