Equipment Operator

Equipment OperatorJoin Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!We are searching for a talented Equipment OperatorHours: 40hrsShift: Day/Evening shift, 7:00am - 7:00pm with weekend, holiday and on call rotationLocation: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MAA career at Southcoast Health offers you:A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serveCompetitive pay and comprehensive benefits packageGenerous Earned Time Off Package**Employee Wellbeing Program403B Retirement Plan with company matchTuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programsProfessional growth opportunities and customized leadership training**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.ResponsibilitiesUnder the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Facilities or designee, perform predictive and preventive maintenance on equipment and systems throughout the facilities. Perform inspections of mechanical areas, equipment and piping systems. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning equipment and systems. Make repairs, calibrate and functionally test equipment and systems. Recommend solutions for necessary corrective action. Read, record and interpret data/readings. Operate the Hospital Energy Management Systems and equipment. Perform water/chemical testing of cooling towers and HVAC systems and add necessary chemical treatment to systems.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent with two years trade school education required.Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's license REQUIREDValid driver's license and good driving record required.Experience in Word, Excel and an electronic word order system is required.Experience and the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning building equipment and systems is required.Experience and the ability to maintain routine equipment and parts is required.Experience in the mechanical field with knowledge in plumbing, electrical, HVAC and equipment assembly is required.Three (3) years experience in Steam Power Plant Operations and general hospital/healthcare maintenance is required.Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hiredCompensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.Pay RangeUSD $27.95 - USD $46.99 /Hr.Rotation Schedule RequirementRotating schedule, holiday schedule