Benefits
We pride ourselves on retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
The Plant Operator tests, inspects and maintains the boilers and steam system, chillers and associated equipment, hot and cold domestic supply pressure, and a varied scope of pumps, controls, and equipment. Will maintain documentation of all testing of equipment, inventories of fuel and supplies, and manage contractors when needed. Responsible for reliably providing utilities for the hospital, including steam, chilled water, electrical and emergency electrical, cold and hot water, etc.
Qualifications
The Plant Operator should have certification as an operating engineer/ stationary engineer or be able to achieve certification in one year.

Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois. Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State.
Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.
As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.
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Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.