Operating Engineer

Operating Engineer

As our Operating Engineer at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary, you will help maintain and operate critical hospital building systems so that patients, staff, and visitors experience a safe, functional, and comfortable environment. Every day, you will monitor, repair, and optimize energy plant systems, boilers, chillers, HVAC, and mechanical equipment. You will be expected to independently manage preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure operational efficiency throughout the facility. To be successful in this role, you must have strong technical knowledge of plant operations, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple departments.

Responsibilities :

Operate high-pressure boilers, chillers, absorbers, and automated building control systems

Perform preventive and routine maintenance on pumps, steam pipes, air handling units, and related systems

Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with building infrastructure

Maintain water treatment records and monitor system efficiency

Collaborate with other trades to complete work safely and on schedule

Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED required

At least 5 years of experience in power plant operations or completion of a 4-year apprenticeship program

Working knowledge of schematics, blueprints, codes, and electrical troubleshooting

Must be physically able to perform heavy labor (lifting 50100 lbs)

Overview :

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work / life balance.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family :

Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers, housekeepers & more.

Health / Dental / Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection : Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Pay Range $18.96 - $26.78 / hour

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.