Powerplant Operator II - Power Plant & Utilities - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise • Binghamton, NY

25d

About The Position

The Power Plant Operator II is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the power plant and associated control structures. The role operates, maintains, and adjusts boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, and equipment for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, lighting, and related facility systems. Duties include periodic equipment inspections, minor repairs, preventive maintenance, taking responsible charge of a watch, reading and logging meters and gauges, maintaining records, and writing reports. As directed, the operator inspects low- and high-pressure boilers in accordance with a unified inspection procedure and may operate a motor vehicle. The position can involve powering down, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and restoring medium- to high-pressure steam boilers, and may include more complex repairs or high-pressure steam systems.

This is a full-time, day-shift position with flexibility required for coverage and emergency calls. The position supports the Guthrie hospital system’s continuous operation by maintaining essential power plant and utility infrastructure.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing a central heating and cooling plant.
• Flexibility for coverage and emergency calls.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited Boiler Operator training program.

Responsibilities

• Monitor power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems.
• Adjust controls to generate specified electrical power or regulate the flow of power between generating stations and substations.
• Control power-generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, and generators, using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
• Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or computer readings.
• Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland and pipe joints.
• Record and compile operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, or reports.
• Receive outage calls and call in necessary personnel during power outages and emergencies.
• Prepare equipment malfunction reports, make inspections, and determine from observation whether equipment is operating properly.
• Take regulatory action at established intervals based on readings from charts, meters, and gauges.
• Start or stop generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary.
• Inspect records or logbook entries or communicate with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.
• Control or maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, or chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, or auxiliary power.
• May maintain the facility pneumatic tube system, including preventive maintenance, and may purge and reset zones and stations.
• May maintain the medical vacuum system, including corrective and preventive maintenance on pumps and the system.
• Clean, lubricate, or maintain equipment such as generators, turbines, pumps, or compressors to prevent failure or deterioration.
• Open and close valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.
• May assist leaders in assigning work to team members to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
• May assist in training team members on daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars as assigned to convey or gather information required to perform job functions.
• Assist with and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage starting the first of the month after hire.
• Dental coverage starting the first of the month after hire.
• Vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire.
• PTO starts Day 1.
• Voluntary 403(b) retirement plan with employer match through Fidelity.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and professional well-being.
• Shift differentials and premiums for evenings, nights, weekends, and float coverage.
• Friendly, inclusive work family where employees feel valued and supported.

What This Job Offers

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