Power Plant Operator

Job Summary

As our Power Plant Operator at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado, you will help ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors by operating, maintaining, and repairing the equipment that provides power, heating, cooling, and ventilation to a hospital facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate power systems
• Provide routine maintenance and inspections
• Conduct regular inspections
• Monitor and track energy usage
• Follow safety protocols
• Diagnose and fix mechanical failures
• Monitor complex systems and detect issues before they escalate
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, cleaning of boilers, chillers, and all central plant equipment
• Maintain the mechanical equipment such as engines, compressors, generators, pumps, and steam boilers during respective shifts
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Knowledge of boilers, pumps, gauges, heating units and systems, hand tools, generators, ventilation equipment, plumbing fixtures, and heating and cooling distribution systems
• Knowledge of regulations imposed by local, state, or other hospital authorities
• Ability to troubleshoot systems as necessary
• Proficient with multiple Building Automation System functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Stationary Engineer
• American Underground Storage Tank Op A or B, State of Employment Class A/B UST Operator Certification

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work - Exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Schedule Information

• Can expect to work between 16-32 hours/pay period
• 8 and 12 hour shifts are available