Plant Operator

Cleveland Clinic • Vero Beach, FL

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Operator operates and maintains the steam and chilled-water plant to support essential heating and cooling operations. The role ensures reliable delivery of steam and chilled water, maintains boiler steam pressure and water levels according to departmental protocols and facilities leadership guidance, and supports safe and effective facility operations. The position is part of a safety-focused facilities team and offers opportunities to develop technical skills and grow professionally. The caregiver works days from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with on-call requirements, and may occasionally be assigned across multiple Cleveland Clinic locations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience operating high-capacity boilers over 30 horsepower and experience with other steam or chiller plant equipment or systems; alternatively, internship experience with a Third-Class Stationary Engineer License or High-Pressure Boiler Operator License.
• Military experience such as Machinist's Mate (MM), Electric Power Production (3E0X2), or similar will be considered.
• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to remain mobile for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Ability to move or transport items and equipment weighing up to or more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to install, repair, and maintain systems, equipment, fixtures, or structures.
• Ability to distinguish color.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Comply with the Cleveland Clinic influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
• Employment offers are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Nice To Haves

• Third Class Stationary Engineer License (CCE) or High-Pressure Boiler Operator License through the Florida Department of Commerce.
• Experience operating steam turbines.

Responsibilities

• Operate the steam plant during the assigned shift and in emergency conditions or situations.
• Ensure safe and effective operation of the plant.
• Regenerate and recharge water-conditioning equipment and adjust chemical treatment in boiler water, chilled water, and condensing-tower water at the assigned location.
• Maintain a daily log of equipment status and shift activities, and convey conditions to the next shift.
• Assist with inventory, equipment rotation, preventive-maintenance and repair schedules, and readings; report abnormal conditions to the Manager.
• Troubleshoot steam and chiller plant systems and correct system problems.
• Assist with monthly testing of emergency generators.
• Work with the Boiler Mechanic and other facilities personnel to ensure safe and effective steam and chiller plant operation.
• Occasionally work across multiple Cleveland Clinic locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED