Power Plant Operator

Power Plant Operator III

Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.

The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas' Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.

When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW's first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.

As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Works under minimal supervision to perform journey-level operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery in central plant environment.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Required:

• Education High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience 5 years of journey level experience in operation and maintenance in central utilities plant environment. May consider additional related education in lieu of experience (each year completed from a related plant operator higher education training program may be substituted for a year of required experience; this includes related vocational or trade school).

Preferred:

• Experience Completion of certified operator program and experience in university physical plant environment.
• Licenses and Certifications Completion of certified operator program and experience in university physical plant environment. Upon Hire

Job Duties

• Starts up, shuts down, and adjusts power plant and/or chilling station equipment or systems in accordance with established operational and safety procedures.
• Monitors equipment and maintains records of operating status. Operates control computer systems.
• Troubleshoots and analyzes problems based on equipment operation records. Initiates process changes and implements solutions.
• Performs detailed inspections of operating equipment for proper operation.
• Informs appropriate personnel of unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies and takes action.
• Initiates and completes work orders using automated maintenance program systems. Identifies and reports safety hazards and equipment malfunctions.
• Supervises support staff as needed. Attends meetings and training courses. Trains new personnel as required.
• May perform preventative or corrective maintenance tasks incidental to operation of mechanical or electrical systems.
• Covers shifts other than their shift during planned and unplanned absences in their assigned Plant or other plants where they have been cross-trained including day and night shifts.
• Prepares and implements cost effective Operations Schedule and major equipment maintenance schedules.
• May be assigned to supervise projects and other maintenance activities. Communicates with vendors and contractors regarding projects and maintenance activities.
• In charge with the Plant's housekeeping and security. In charge of record keeping in the plant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas 75390

Job: Skilled Trade/Facilities Mgmt.

Organization: 846445 - UTSW Psychiatric Hospital

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Posting: Mar 7, 2026, 12:12:16 AM