Powerplant Operator II

Medxcel • Nashville, TN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Powerplant Operator II works in the Facilities department at St Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, on the third shift. The role operates and monitors primary and auxiliary power plant equipment, performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs, documents plant operations, and supports team coordination and training. The operator may also serve as a subject matter expert on cross-functional teams and assist with special projects.

Requirements

• At least one of the following: high school diploma or equivalent, a relevant license, or graduation from trade school.
• At least one of the following: five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Controls, starts, and shuts down primary and auxiliary power plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, pumps, and compressors, using control boards and sequential switches.
• Monitors meters, gauges, and computer systems at established intervals to regulate power flow, adjust water levels, and detect potential operating problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs, including cleaning and lubricating equipment and tightening leaking joints, to help prevent system failure or deterioration.
• Maintains accurate operational logs, completes forms, writes equipment malfunction reports, and handles emergency outage communication.
• Assigns daily work to maximize plant efficiency, assists with shift scheduling, and trains team members on equipment monitoring and maintenance.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on cross-functional teams, participates in informational meetings and workshops, and assists with special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.

What This Job Offers

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