Utility Plant Operator

About the role

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Responsible for the operation, troubleshooting, and maintaining of all mechanical equipment such as air handlers, compressors, generators, chillers, steam boilers and medical gas equipment. Also to provide utilities such as lighting, heating, cooling, power for refrigeration, and to make emergency maintenance repairs.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the Facilities HVAC systems; checks equipment while in operation and makes necessary minor repairs; monitors efficient operation and performs daily maintenance on facility's operating machinery; observes steam flow meter, carbon dioxide recorders, pressure/draft gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment; conducts all chemical tests for boilers, softeners, etc. as required; observes regulations imposed by local, state, or hospital authorities, such as periodically shutting down boilers, removing side/rear panels, and inspecting for scale deposits and cleaning of equipment; maintains boiler plant shift logbook; records time and materials expended on each work order.
• Performs daily work requests and monthly preventative maintenance repairs on various equipment; completes preventive maintenance work requests as assigned (e.g., air filters, medical gas alarm system testing, nurse call units, ice machines); maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Works in conjunction with other Associates in the Department to complete various tasks.
• Removes snow and ice as needed.

Requirements

• Driver's License (Required)
• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Minimum 3‑5 years' experience in a power plant setting handling boilers, chillers, pumps; general maintenance tasks i.e. electrical, plumbing, carpentry.
• Knowledge of state and local codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of computers.
• Vocational/Trade Diploma or Vocational School Graduate.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program.
• One of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.
• Employees are actively engaged and committed to Penn Medicine's mission.
• Opportunity to contribute to medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.