Plant Tech

Trinity Health•Waterbury, CT

About The Position

Come join the Facilities team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities. Position Purpose: The individual in this position acts as a quality service individual who operates, monitors, repairs and maintains Central Plant systems and equipment including boilers, chillers, HVAC units, related auxiliary equipment and controls in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Must have proficiency in basic reading, writing and mathematics skills.
Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in boiler operations and/or general HVAC work.
Must have a valid Connecticut Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the hospital’s “Driver and Vehicle Policy.”
Demonstrated by meeting standards in key result are for “Trade Knowledge/Ability.”
Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as eye protection, ear protection, gloves, masks, and other equipment deemed necessary to perform the work safely.
Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds individually.

Nice To Haves

Preferred diploma from a vocational/technical High School.
Healthcare setting experience is preferred.
Participation in and/or completion of an Apprenticeship program in the HVAC or Plumbing trade is preferrable.
Any apprenticeship experience will count towards the minimum of 5+ years requirement above.
Connecticut State Journeyman (S-2) License preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors and repairs major boiler components including fire box, water tubes, headers and mud drums.
Monitors and repairs burners including control valves, nozzles and tips for all fuels utilized.
Monitors and repairs boiler fire safety control systems.
Monitors and repairs boiler combustion control systems.
Monitors and repairs feedwater and make-up water treatment and supply system including condensate storage, deaerator transfer and feedwater supply pumps, pressure regulator and boiler water level control.
Maintains condensate return pumps, steam traps and associate piping.
Maintains steam supply header valves and bypass arrangements.
Maintains pressure regulating valves and bypass arrangements.
Performs fuel supply monitoring, measuring, transfer systems, valves and record keeping.