Operating Engineer

Operating Engineer

CHI St Vincent Health, Little Rock, Arkansas

The posted compensation range of $17.89 - $24.60/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

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.

• 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 50–100 lbs)

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.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.