Plant Operator

HCA Healthcare•Reston, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Plant Operator is responsible for daily operations of the facility’s central energy plant and main plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. Using working knowledge of boilers, chillers, and other plant equipment, the operator keeps the plant running efficiently, safely, and smoothly. The role supports continuous improvement and regulatory compliance by planning and organizing day-to-day operations, creating work and maintenance schedules, and mentoring general maintenance technicians. It also involves completing equipment repairs and renovations, maintaining plant assets and supplies, and supporting stewardship, safety, quality, productivity, and equipment efficiency while controlling unnecessary costs. The operator works with facility management leadership, monitors and maintains plant equipment, and keeps documentation current using HCA Healthcare Engineering technology platforms. The position requires participation in the department call schedule, approximately one week every fifth week.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in an engineering-related field, or trade/technical certification or license.
Five or more years of experience in Plant Operations.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to participate in the department call schedule, approximately one week every fifth week.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Plant Operations in an acute care setting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate boilers safely and efficiently, ensuring proper water chemistry, alternative fuel operations, and functioning safety equipment.
Operate the chiller plant safely and efficiently, ensuring proper operating pressures, temperature differentials, and water chemistry.
Operate medical gas source equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring proper operating parameters, equal equipment run times, and functioning safety equipment.
Operate air distribution equipment (AHUs) safely and efficiently, ensuring proper air pressurization, space temperatures, and equipment cleanliness.
Interact with facility management leadership for reporting.
Monitor plant equipment to ensure it remains in optimal working order, and repair or replace equipment as necessary.
Operate the facility effectively and in an energy-efficient manner.
Manage plant-related regulatory compliance with federal and state agencies, local municipalities, fire marshals, and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
Maintain relevant documentation using HCA Healthcare Engineering technology platforms to comply with regulatory requirements.
Plan, organize, and direct day-to-day operations; create work and maintenance schedules; and mentor general maintenance technicians.
Maintain inventory of plant assets, maintenance tools, and supplies, and complete equipment repairs and renovations.
Participate in the department call schedule, approximately one week every fifth week.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage
Free counseling and referral services
Paid time off and paid family leave
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Fertility and family-building benefits
Adoption assistance
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans
Auto and home insurance
Legal counseling
Identity theft protection and consumer discounts