Job Description

Your experience matters

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Maintenance Worker II- Boiler/Chiller Plant Operator,joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute
A Maintenance Worker who excels in this role:

• Is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the facility’s central utility plant, including boilers, chillers, pumps, and associated systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure uninterrupted heating, cooling, and steam services critical to hospital operations.
• Supports general facility maintenance activities as needed to maintain a safe, compliant, and functional healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Central Plant Operations:

• Operate and monitor boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, and related systems.
• Maintain proper steam, hot water, and chilled water production to meet facility demands.
• Monitor system performance through BAS/EMS.
• Adjust equipment controls to optimize efficiency and maintain safe operating conditions.
• Respond promptly to alarms, system failures, and emergency conditions.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on central plant equipment.
• Inspect and maintain valves, strainers, filters, belts, bearings, and lubrication systems.
• Conduct water treatment testing and adjustments for boilers and cooling towers.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs in CMMS.

Troubleshooting & Repairs:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues within the plant.
• Perform minor to moderate repairs on boilers, chillers, and auxiliary systems.
• Coordinate with vendors for major repairs or specialized services.
• Assist in system startups, shutdowns, and seasonal changeovers.

General Facility Maintenance Support:

• Assist with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance tasks throughout the facility.
• Respond to work orders and urgent service calls as needed.
• Support Environment of Care (EOC) compliance and life safety initiatives.
• Participate in facility rounds and inspections.

What we’re looking for
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in HVAC, boiler operation, or related field preferred.

Licenses/Certifications (preferred)

• Boiler Operator License (if required by state/local jurisdiction)
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
• Relevant trade certifications (HVAC, mechanical systems).

Skills & Experience:

• Strong working knowledge of steam systems, chilled water systems, and HVAC principles.
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Skilled in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Understanding of safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively in emergency situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, including hot mechanical rooms.

Work Environment

• Hospital and healthcare facility environment.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, noise, and varying environmental conditions.
• May require on-call, weekend, holiday, or PRN coverage.

Additional Expectations

• Maintain a professional and safety-focused approach at all times.
• Support departmental goals for reliability, compliance, and efficiency.
• Participate in training, drills, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Schedule Full-time

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and  part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.