Utility Operator

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At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With 4,000+ team members worldwide, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.

Job Description Summary

The Utilities Operator position is a position that must perform a variety of functions necessary to maintain continuous operation of Plant Utilities, such as but not limited to: steam production, condensate management, compressed air, cooling tower systems, chilled water systems, deionized water systems, electrical distribution, fire alarms and protection, land application program, HVAC systems, storm water ditches, recovery wells, fuel supply and the site Waste Water Treatment Plant. S/he will be responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Issues safety permits for work performed in assigned area (safe work, hot work, confine space, etc.)
• Operates utility or waste treatment equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors the operation of utility or waste water plant equipment for existing or potential problems and corrects problems or malfunctions routinely using own judgment as needed to assure effective, compliant, and efficient continuous operations.  Advises and assists others with process problems and conditions. Notifies supervision or leads as necessary for assistance with complex problems and conditions.
• Makes routine chemical analyses of waste water treatment plant and record data. Takes corrective action in accordance with defined procedures and delivers necessary samples to lab as directed.
• Maintains complete and detailed operating reports, including notes on unusual conditions.  Logs measurements of utilities equipment or waste water plant on a routine basis.  Generates records pertaining to regulatory compliance. 
• Must be able to wear the required the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as full face respirator, hard hats, safety glasses, ear plugs, goggles, boots steel-toe shoes, gloves, chemical resistant aprons and suits, and other PPE deemed necessary by EHS or standard operating procedures for each job task.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodations.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and keeps equipment in clean, working condition.
• Assists in other department operations and special departmental assignments as necessary.
• Serves as a member of various employee involvement teams and committees, such as Cost Savings, to improve the workplace, increase efficiency, and improve productivity.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience:

Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment with basic knowledge of the operations of utilities equipment, e.g., boilers, boiler controls and troubleshooting, chilled water systems, cooling tower systems, deionized water systems, electrical distribution, compressed air systems, waste water plant, and fire security systems, HVAC systems.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Other Skills:

Competencies:

Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Must have strong computer skills, MS Office.

Must be self-directed.

Must be able to respond safely and effectively in an emergency.

Priority Setting, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Savvy, Written Communications

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS/ SCOPE:

• Reports to the Utilities Supervisor.
• Interacts frequently with other utilities personnel, maintenance mechanics, electricians, outside contractors and inspectors, and other departments.
• No direct responsibility exists for the work of others, although adherence to the team concept requires mutual assistance in some jobs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to heat, dirt, oil, grease, chemicals/chemical fumes, and noise. 
• Injuries could result from spills or leaks of corrosive, flammable, and toxic material, all which are normally handled in the plant. Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) as assigned.
• Must be able to go up and down several flights of steps and ladders on occasion.  Must be able to kneel and stoop for extended periods of time. 
• Required to work rotating assigned shift and work occasional overtime as necessary.
• Must be able to work with limited Supervision.
• May be required to wear a full-face respirator contingent upon required job duties.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

EEO Statement:

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.