Stationary Engineer - Evenings

About the role

Central Plant Operator responsible for the safe, reliable operation of all utility systems that support a large acute-care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, air compressors, and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor plant and utility systems through building automation and plant control systems, responding to alarms and abnormal conditions.
• Perform routine plant rounds, inspections, and operational checks to ensure system reliability and safety.
• Support medical gas system operation and monitoring in accordance with NFPA 99 requirements.
• Assist with emergency power system readiness and coordination during outages or system events.
• Respond promptly to utility failures, equipment malfunctions, and emergency situations to maintain patient safety and hospital operations.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, readings, and shift reports.
• Support regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys by maintaining compliance-ready plant operations.
• Follow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout, confined space, and PPE requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of vocational program preferred.
• Three to five years of experience operating central plant or industrial utility systems; healthcare or critical facility experience strongly preferred.
• State or municipal Stationary Engineer license or certification preferred or required based on jurisdiction.
• Boiler operator certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems, plant control systems, CMMS platforms, and standard computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an acute-care hospital or healthcare facility environment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 99, NFPA 110, Joint Commission Physical Environment standards, and CMS Conditions of Participation.
• Experience working rotating shifts in a 24/7 operational setting.

Core Competencies

• Central plant and utility systems operation
• Boiler and chiller plant monitoring
• Medical gas systems awareness
• Life safety and regulatory compliance
• Troubleshooting and emergency response
• Documentation and operational reporting
• Team communication and shift handoff

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to walk, stand, and work throughout a large hospital campus.
• Ability to climb ladders, access mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with all safety, infection control, and PPE requirements.
• Position requires rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 403B retirement savings program with employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Benefits start on your first day of work.