O&M Technician

Position Purpose: 

The Central Utility Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventive maintenance troubleshooting repair and support of mechanical electrical and control systems within the hospitals central utility plant. This position supports the continuous and reliable operation of boilers chillers HVAC systems refrigeration equipment emergency power systems and related infrastructure critical to patient care and hospital operations.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers chillers cooling towers pumps compressors HVAC equipment heat exchangers and associated piping systems.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems air handling units and climate control equipment.
• Support maintenance of emergency power systems including generators switchgear and transfer systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct inspections and testing of plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records work orders and equipment logs using a CMMS.
• Assist Central Plant Operators during system startups shutdowns and emergency situations.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors during repairs upgrades and inspections.
• Follow hospital safety infection control lockout/tagout and regulatory compliance procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of plant areas and mechanical spaces.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work in hot cold noisy and industrial environments.  

Qualifications :

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Minimum of 24 years of experience in plant maintenance HVAC or industrial mechanical systems preferably in a hospital or large institutional environment.
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare facility.
• Experience using building automation systems (BAS) and CMMS software.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Working knowledge of mechanical systems basic electrical principles and hand/power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with boilers chillers and refrigeration systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of workplace safety and regulatory compliance (OSHA NFPA).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced critical environment.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts overtime and emergency call-ins.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Completion of a technical vocational or apprenticeship program in mechanical HVAC electrical or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Relevant trade certifications (HVAC electrical mechanical or boiler/refrigeration licenses).
• Successful completion of background check and health screening.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift carry push or pull up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information :

Benefits: Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental vision life insurance savings accounts tuition reimbursement paid volunteering and addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time