Plant Operator

Job Title & Specialty Area: Plant Operator Department: Engineering Location: Dallas Shift: Monday- Friday 7am-3:30pm Job Type: On‑Site Summary: This position is responsible for analyzing, planning, installing, evaluating, certifying and correcting mechanical system malfunctions. Responsibilities Operate and maintain Chiller Plant equipment including but not limited to the following: chillers, chilled water pumps, condensing water pumps, cooling towers and all associate equipment (e.g. pumps, motor, gear boxes, fill material, risers, cold water basin, heat exchangers, chiller tube cleaning, make‑up water system, water chemistry testing & treatment, controls, variable frequency drives, etc.); Operate and maintain Boiler Plant equipment including but not limited to the following: steam boilers, hot water boilers (domestic water heaters), deaerator tank, boiler feed tank, boiler feed pumps, water softeners, make‑water system, steam traps, heat exchangers, condensate system, water chemistry testing & treatment and all associated equipment (e.g. pumps, motor, gear boxes, controls, variable frequency drives, etc.); Operate and maintain facility HVAC systems and equipment to include but not limited to the following: air handling units, fan coil units, split systems, humidifiers, exhaust fans, VAV boxes, DX units, Liebert units, and all associated equipment (e.g. fans, compressors, refrigerant, controls, pneumatic control systems, HVAC control valves, electric motors, pneumatic control systems, etc.) Must be able to perform testing and balancing of HVAC systems. Assist in the repair and maintenance of complex piping systems to include steam piping (replacing steam valves, installation of condensate pumps, steam leaks, etc.), chilled water piping and valves. Knowledge of building automation systems, fire/smoke damper repairs, OR support (temperature, pressure, humidity), and general hot/cold call support. Maintain environmental temperatures and air balance. Accomplish and document preventive maintenance. Perform other job duties and special projects as required. How You’ll Be Successful WORK EXPERIENCE At least 3 years related experience in one of the following: Boiler Operation and Maintenance, Chiller/Chilled Water Operation and Maintenance, HVAC Systems, or Pipe Fitting Required. At least 7 years related experience in one of the following: Boiler Operation and Maintenance, Chiller/Chilled Water Operation and Maintenance, HVAC Systems, or Pipe Fitting Preferred. EDUCATION High school diploma or equivalent Required. Two‑year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Preferred. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS HVAC Technician Certification and Universal EPA License Preferred. Stationary Engineer License, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade Preferred. Pipe Fitting Certification Preferred. Chilled Water Certification Preferred. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure. Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks). Caregiver Leave. Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement. As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally‑protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment‑related activity. #J-18808-Ljbffr