| Location | Hazard, Kentucky |
The Plant Operating Engineer is responsible for completing basically mechanical oriented projects involved in plant operations.
Responsibilities:• Prepares, fires, repairs and operates gas fired, oil fired, coal fired and/or dual fuel boilers to meet ASME and ANSI codes.
• Controls generation of a continuous supply of steam for heating hospital and related buildings, supplying power to machinery and auxiliary equipment, and sterilizing equipment.
• Tours boiler room to observe boilers, their appurtenances and other operating equipment to ensure operations are in accordance with specified instructions.
• Assures that all boiler room and related steam generation equipment are operating normally.
• Ensures proper pressures and temperatures are developed and maintained.
• Ensures water in boilers is maintained at proper levels.
• Ensures combustion requirements for efficient and economical operation are met.
• Maintains boiler room areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains boiler area equipment including pumps, coal conveyors, boilers, water heaters, valves, traps, and related equipment.
• Makes entries in boiler room and mechanical area logs documenting machinery operations and important daily activities.
• Accurately, neatly, legibly, and completely records all required log information.
• Performs boiler, chiller, and heating water chemical tests.
• Adjusts chemical feeding solutions based on testing results.
• Tours the entire facility grounds and mechanical areas to perform fire and safety inspections.
• Observes operations and records specified data.
• Makes adjustments to heating and cooling controls as needed.
• Adjusts, cleans, or replaces belts, strainers, and related components to ensure normal equipment operation.
• Inspects oxygen supply systems, records required data, and notifies approved sources when additional oxygen or repairs are needed.
• Connects oxygen cylinders to emergency supply systems when required.
• Locks and unlocks interior and exterior doors for security purposes.
• Operates exterior lighting systems as programmed.
• Inspects, operates, and records data for sewage lift stations, sewage plants, flood wall pumps, and related equipment.
• Operates, tests, and documents emergency power systems according to established schedules.
• Performs basic maintenance and adjustments on emergency power systems.
• Performs startup procedures for plant equipment following normal power failures.
• May perform minor repairs to patient-related equipment including wheelchairs, beds, nursing call systems, oxygen and medical gas systems, and other patient room equipment.
• Completes preventive maintenance assignments within the scope of training.
• Remains alert to indications of faulty operation or equipment malfunction.
• Ensures all safety precautions are observed.
• Maintains familiarity with the location and operation of fire detection systems.
• Performs assigned tasks using hand and power tools according to written or verbal instructions.
• Completes service requests, work requests, and project forms, including documentation of start and completion times and materials used.
• Selects stock, tools, and supplies required for assigned tasks.
• Stores stock, tools, and supplies in assigned locations.
• Advises and monitors stock levels of materials needed for efficient operation of plant and building equipment.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable fire, safety, and boiler operation codes.
• Notifies supervisor when major repairs or additional assistance are required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must have a background in the electrical/mechanical or plant operations field which includes either:
• One (1) year of training in a technical school in the electrical/mechanical or plant operations field and one (1) year of experience; OR
• Three (3) years of documented experience from previous employer(s) performing electrical/mechanical or plant operator duties.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of on-the-job training is required to attain proficiency in the performance of assigned duties.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of plant operations and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain facility equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and documentation.
• Ability to recognize equipment malfunctions and respond appropriately.
• Knowledge of fire and safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and respond to emergency situations when necessary.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude skills.