Top 175 Operating engineer Jobs in Kentucky

Plant Operating Engineer
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. —Whitesburg, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Trade school
- On-the-job training
4d
Operating Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield —Louisville, KY
- $30.60 - $36.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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9d
CQV Engineer I
IPS-Integrated Project Services —Lexington, KY
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor of Science
Packaging Engineer, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Glendale, KY
- $74,300 - $166,200 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
11d
Project Engineer
Hill's Pet Nutrition —Bowling Green, KY
- $86,000 - $121,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
4d
Controls Engineer, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Glendale, KY
- $65,100 - $166,200 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Engineering
- System design
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Sr Maintenance Engineer - Manager
Cabot Corporation —Hopkinsville, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Engineering
Senior Plant Engineer
Perdue Farms, Inc. —Cromwell, KY
- $97,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Outlook
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Operational Excellence Engineer
Piramal Pharma Solutions —Lexington, KY
- Full-time
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Master's degree
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CNC Programmer - 1st Shift
New Flyer —Shepherdsville, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Math
- Paid holidays
- On-the-job training
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Machinist
Premier Forge Group, LLC —Lebanon, KY
- $26.53 - $31.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- US work authorization
- In-person
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Sr. Maintenance Engineer, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Glendale, KY
- $99,100 - $166,200 a year
- Online Application
- 7 years
- Engineering
- System design
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Material Flow Engineer, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Glendale, KY
- $99,100 - $166,200 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
RTP Company —Henderson, KY
- From $26.25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
8d
Quality Engineer
American HOWA Kentucky —Bowling Green, KY
- Up to $60,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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1d
Welder
JENNMAR —Louisville, KY
- From $22.40 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
9d
Shuttle Extrusion Technology Manager-Blow Molding
Silgan Plastics —Franklin, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
Quick Apply
3d
General Service Technician
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers —Mount Sterling, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Quick Apply
2026 Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Louisville, KY)
Norfolk Southern Corp —Louisville, KY
- $36.48 - $37.98 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- CDL A
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Maintenance Engineer, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Glendale, KY
- $65,100 - $166,200 a year
- Online Application
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Assembly
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays

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Plant Operating Engineer

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. -
Whitesburg, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
4 days ago

Benefits

On-the-job training

Qualifications

Equipment service recordkeeping
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
Equipment safety procedures
Reactive equipment maintenance
Emergency procedures
High school diploma or GED
Maintenance activity documentation
Electrical systems
Facility safety audits
Equipment malfunction response
Power tools
Electrical maintenance
Hand tools
Facilities routine maintenance
Fire prevention inspections

Full Job Description

Overview

The Plant Operating Engineer is responsible for completing basically mechanical oriented projects involved in plant operations.

Special Instructions

OUTSIDE DUTIES

Responsibilities

Prepares, fires, repairs and operates gas fired, oil fired, coal fired and/or dual fuel boilers to meet ASME and ANSI codes.
Controls generation of a continuous supply of steam for heating hospital and related buildings, supplying power to machinery and auxiliary equipment, and sterilizing equipment.
Tours boiler room to observe boilers, their appurtenances and other operating equipment to ensure operations are in accordance with specified instructions.
Assures that all boiler room and related steam generation equipment are operating normally.
Ensures proper pressures and temperatures are developed and maintained.
Ensures water in boilers is maintained at proper levels.
Ensures combustion requirements for efficient and economical operation are met.
Maintains boiler room areas in a clean and orderly condition.
Inspects, repairs, and maintains boiler area equipment including pumps, coal conveyors, boilers, water heaters, valves, traps, and related equipment.
Makes entries in boiler room and mechanical area logs documenting machinery operations and important daily activities.
Accurately, neatly, legibly, and completely records all required log information.
Performs boiler, chiller, and heating water chemical tests.
Adjusts chemical feeding solutions based on testing results.
Tours the entire facility grounds and mechanical areas to perform fire and safety inspections.
Observes operations and records specified data.
Makes adjustments to heating and cooling controls as needed.
Adjusts, cleans, or replaces belts, strainers, and related components to ensure normal equipment operation.
Inspects oxygen supply systems, records required data, and notifies approved sources when additional oxygen or repairs are needed.
Connects oxygen cylinders to emergency supply systems when required.
Locks and unlocks interior and exterior doors for security purposes.
Operates exterior lighting systems as programmed.
Inspects, operates, and records data for sewage lift stations, sewage plants, flood wall pumps, and related equipment.
Operates, tests, and documents emergency power systems according to established schedules.
Performs basic maintenance and adjustments on emergency power systems.
Performs startup procedures for plant equipment following normal power failures.
May perform minor repairs to patient-related equipment including wheelchairs, beds, nursing call systems, oxygen and medical gas systems, and other patient room equipment.
Completes preventive maintenance assignments within the scope of training.
Remains alert to indications of faulty operation or equipment malfunction.
Ensures all safety precautions are observed.
Maintains familiarity with the location and operation of fire detection systems.
Performs assigned tasks using hand and power tools according to written or verbal instructions.
Completes service requests, work requests, and project forms, including documentation of start and completion times and materials used.
Selects stock, tools, and supplies required for assigned tasks.
Stores stock, tools, and supplies in assigned locations.
Advises and monitors stock levels of materials needed for efficient operation of plant and building equipment.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable fire, safety, and boiler operation codes.
Notifies supervisor when major repairs or additional assistance are required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Experience

Must have a background in the electrical/mechanical or plant operations field which includes either:
One (1) year of training in a technical school in the electrical/mechanical or plant operations field and one (1) year of experience; OR
Three (3) years of documented experience from previous employer(s) performing electrical/mechanical or plant operator duties.
Six (6) months to one (1) year of on-the-job training is required to attain proficiency in the performance of assigned duties.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
Knowledge of plant operations and maintenance procedures.
Ability to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain facility equipment.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and documentation.
Ability to recognize equipment malfunctions and respond appropriately.
Knowledge of fire and safety procedures and regulations.
Ability to work independently and respond to emergency situations when necessary.
Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude skills.

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operating engineer jobs in kentucky

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CQV Engineer I

Packaging Engineer, Ford Energy

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Controls Engineer, Ford Energy

Sr Maintenance Engineer - Manager

Senior Plant Engineer

Operational Excellence Engineer

CNC Programmer - 1st Shift

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Sr. Maintenance Engineer, Ford Energy

Material Flow Engineer, Ford Energy

Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Quality Engineer

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General Service Technician

2026 Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Louisville, KY)

Maintenance Engineer, Ford Energy

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