Operating Engineer

JobID: 1112

Category: 600900.Other Personnel

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-10-16T19:23:02+00:00

JobShift:

JobCategory: Service/Trades

Position Summary

The Operating Engineer is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operation of all mechanical/ electrical systems of the hospital including but not limited to; high pressure boilers, hot water boilers, chillers, building automation systems, and HVAC equipment. Another important aspect of this position is the ability to troubleshoot current and potential problems, conduct preventative maintenance and understand how to operate hospital emergency power equipment and all the associated distribution systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Black Seal High Pressure Engineer's License
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics
• Ability to operate and maintain hospital high pressure boilers, hot water boilers, chillers, building automation systems, HVAC equipment
• Knowledge of electrical distribution system
• Excellent mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Ability to complete repairs and required paperwork in a timely fashion
• Computer proficiency, with excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods with the Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items frequently

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Blue Seal High Pressure In-Charge License
• Graduate of a Vocational/Technical school

Salary Range - $25.58 - $34.46 hourly (Based on experience)

About Shore Medical Center

At Shore Medical Center, kindness complements an extraordinary level of clinical sophistication. Located in Somers Point, NJ, Shore is a 196-bed, independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit acute care community hospital where advanced technology harmonizes with compassionate care. Since 1940, Shore has been a trusted healthcare provider for generations of families, friends, neighbors, and visitors throughout our region.

Shore attracts the area's best doctors, nurses, and clinicians-and is the most favored hospital among many of these professionals for their own personal healthcare needs. We offer the highest quality of care across a wide range of specialties, including cancer, cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, adult and pediatric emergency, and maternity services.

Shore is a proud member of the Penn Cancer Network and maintains long-standing affiliations with Penn Medicine in cardiology, maternal-fetal medicine, neuroscience, and pulmonology-giving our patients and physicians seamless access to world-class care. We also partner with Onsite Neonatal Partners, Bayfront Emergency Physicians, Equum Medical for 24/7 critical care services, Mayo Medical Laboratories, Advanced Radiology Solutions, and Advantage Sleep Centers.

Shore is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified for disease-specific care in stroke, spine surgery, and knee and hip replacement. In Spring 2025, Shore earned an "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national distinction for hospital quality and safety.  Shore also earned the "Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes" designation by the American Diabetes Association and Leapfrog. This national recognition program calls attention to the complex inpatient care required by patients living with diabetes. Shore has also earned the The American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus award for dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care.

SMC Employee Benefits

The mission of Shore Medical Center (SMC) is to care for and respect our patients, families and each other. Keeping with this mission, Shore is committed to providing each staff member with a unique and exceptional Total Rewards package to meet the needs of you and your family. Our employees have access to a broad range of benefits ranging from legal guidance, to a menu of stellar medical plans, supportive care, and in-house pharmacy and exclusive discounts just for being an SMC employee!

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• Certification reimbursement

• Referral incentive program

• Local community employee discounts

• Free Parking