Powerplant Operator II

Medxcel • Austin, TX

10h

About The Position

The Powerplant Operator II works in the Facilities department at Seton Northwest Hospital in Austin, Texas. This role operates and monitors primary and auxiliary power plant equipment, performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs, maintains operational documentation, and helps coordinate and train team members. The position is full-time and scheduled for the day shift.

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, a relevant license, or be a graduate of a trade school.
• Have at least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Control, start, and shut down primary and auxiliary power plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, pumps, and compressors, using control boards and sequential switches.
• Monitor meters, gauges, and computer systems at established intervals to regulate power flow, adjust water levels, and detect potential operating problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs, such as cleaning and lubricating equipment and tightening leaking joints, to prevent system failure or deterioration.
• Maintain accurate plant-operation logs, complete forms, write equipment malfunction reports, and handle emergency outage communication.
• Assign daily work to maximize plant efficiency, assist with shift scheduling, and train team members on equipment monitoring and maintenance.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on cross-functional teams, participate in informational meetings and workshops, and assist 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
• Education Level: High school or GED