Boiler Operator

Under general supervision, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the physical plant for the distribution of necessary utilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates boilers, main chilled water plant, and other auxiliary equipment in compliance with state law.
• Inspects gauges and meters for safety and informational purposes.
• Cleans and performs minor repairs to equipment.
• Performs firing operation of the boilers and other assigned duties.
• Builds up steam pressure depending upon the demands placed on the equipment by the various departments.
  • Regulates steam production by adjusting controls.
  • Reads and interprets gauges and panels to determine efficiency of boilers.
• Reads meters such as fuel, steam, etc., and regulates water use and fans by hand levers and controls.
• Lubricates boiler, compressors, pump, and other parts on a regular basis to maintain smooth operation.
  • Cleans inside of boiler walls by scraping off scales.
  • Replaces minor parts (worn or broken), such as valves, meters, levers, etc., with 100% accuracy.
• Inspects boiler in operation to determine smoothness of operation.
• Regulates by levers and valves any unusual conditions and the amount of steam required.
• Reports faulty operation to supervisor if damage or problem is not within limits of own standard methods or knowledge.
• Tests boiler water, fans, and reheats water, and adds chemicals to maintain proper control.
• During cooling season, tests and adds chemicals to tower and chilled water, with 100% accuracy.
• Maintains and operates a computerized energy management system.
• Adheres to current rules and regulations related to boiler operations so that systems pass inspection the first time.
• Completes work orders, records material utilized on jobs, and other required documentation.
• May also perform general maintenance and repair tasks as required.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training beyond high school in related programs.
• Four years of related experience.
• High pressure boiler operator license.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Driving record must be within the approved insurance company’s regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in health care industry.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Daily work times: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Hours per pay period: 80
• On call: No
• Weekends: Yes