Chief Engineer

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose: 

The Chief Engineer of the Hospital Central Utility Plant oversees the operation, maintenance, and strategic management of the hospital’s central utility plant, ensuring reliable, efficient, and safe delivery of critical utilities such as HVAC, electrical power, steam, water, and medical gas systems. This role is pivotal in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing operational efficiency.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Plant Operations Management : Supervise the daily operations of the central utility plant, including boilers, chillers, generators, HVAC systems, water treatment systems, and medical gas systems, to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Maintenance and Repairs : Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. Oversee troubleshooting and repair of complex utility systems.
• Team Leadership : Manage a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff, providing training, performance evaluations, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including Joint Commission standards, OSHA, NFPA, and EPA guidelines. Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and inspections.
• Energy Efficiency : Identify and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce operational costs and support the hospital’s sustainability goals.
• Budget Management : Prepare and manage the central utility plant’s budget, including forecasting maintenance costs, capital expenditures, and resource allocation.
• Emergency Preparedness : Develop and maintain emergency response plans for utility failures, ensuring rapid recovery and minimal disruption to hospital operations.
• Vendor Coordination : Oversee contracts with external vendors for equipment maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Negotiate service agreements to ensure cost effectiveness and quality.
• System Upgrades and Projects : Lead capital projects for the modernization or expansion of utility systems, collaborating with architects, contractors, and hospital leadership to meet long-term needs.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.