Sr. Facilities Plant Technician

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Department: Facilities Management

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Mon-Fri 12PM - 8:45PM; OT & On-Call as needed

Clinical Classification: Non-Clinical

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (“OPO”) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process.  LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health’s success:

The Sr. Facilities Plant Technician is a skilled position in the operation, maintenance, and servicing of boilers, feed water systems, steam hot water systems, pump delivery systems sterilizers and all related auxiliary equipment. Your duties will include (but are not limited to) daily operation, maintenance, repair and inspection of Central Plant Systems (CPS) including steam boilers and piping, compressed air and vacuum systems, gas piping and plumbing systems as well as associated building equipment. You will record of all systems information data as required; as well as provide oversight of Steam Sterilizer equipment, systems and contracted Vendors. You will also assists with general building maintenance and repairs at all facility locations. All you work will be performed according to established operating and safety procedures.

Important: You will be required to sit, stand, bend, walk and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for the duration of the shift.

This role is critical to the LifeNet Health mission because it is responsible for ensuring that our Virginia Beach facilities meet the needs of the organization which allows our lifesaving and health restoring allografts to be properly and timely distributed to our patients around the globe.

What you’ll do:

• Maintains boilers and CPS systems for the purpose of ensuring that equipment is operating to required specifications and safely which includes performing preventive maintenance on all CPS including boilers, hot water heaters, feed water systems, pumps, air compressors and associated building equipment.
• Diagnoses problems and/or failures in plumbing and heating and cooling systems, which includes skilled pipe and steam fitting duties. Responsible for repairs, adjustments, maintenance and installation of these systems. Facilitates work orders with Service Vendors to ensure systems operate as designed, when needed.
• Manages and oversees Steam Sterilizer vendor for repairs, maintenance, and operation of equipment.
• Correctly identifies, troubleshoots, and makes accurate and necessary repairs/adjustments within the facilities mechanical systems.
• Performs maintenance and repair of up to 5 lbs. gas piping systems and associated equipment.
• Performs backflow testing and repair of all DFU (Drainage Fixture Unit) devices at all locations.

What you’ll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five (5) years’ experience working with boilers, steam pipe systems and related equipment.
• Five (5) years’ experience in pipefitting and/or plumbing installation, maintenance, or repair
• Five (5) years’ experience with high pressure steam systems
• Five (5) years’ experience in the use of torches, soldering, brazing, and welding.
• Five (5) years’ experience in the repair of all aspects of plumbing (copper, PVC, and cast iron)

• Valid Driver’s License and the ability to meet LifeNet Health’s minimum requirements for driving a company vehicle.
• Current Virginia Plumbing License
• Current Virginia backflow certification (or must be acquired within 12-months of employment)

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Five (5) years’ experience with air compressors, regulators and associated equipment preferred.
• Five (5) years’ experience with vacuum, CO2 and compressed gas piping systems preferred.

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Ability to read and understand controls/wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Able to perform job functions with little to no supervision
• Clear understanding of OSHA and safety rules/regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members, management, LifeNet Health staff, and outside vendors

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won’t find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events (Chili Cook-Off, 5K, Celebration of Life Gala, and many more!)
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career, leadership, and skill development opportunities
• Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
• Dedicated and passionate co-workers

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidate’s qualifications and prior relevant experience.  The pay range for this position is $26.57hourly (entry- level qualifications) to $35.43 hourly(experienced in this role). *

Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

This position is eligible for an annual bonus once eligibility criteria are met. 

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law.  Further, nothing in this posting is intended to alter the “at will” relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.