Boiler Operator

Duties

• Perform duties required to start, stop, operate and monitor all power plant systems and utilities
• Operate power plant equipment and auxiliaries such as oil fired and natural gas fired boilers, combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators
• Check and adjust operating parameters such as boiler water level, steam pressure, quality of stack emissions, steam temperature, boiler flue gas temperature, furnace pressure, etc.
• Detect equipment or system problems, initiate emergency procedures when malfunctions occur, and contact the Lead Power Plant Operator or Supervisor for further instructions
• Maintain awareness of personnel within the Plant; safeguard equipment and personnel
• Tour facility to observe operations, gather required meter readings, and make necessary equipment adjustments
• Clean, lubricate, and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on power plant systems and components such as steam traps, valves, and pipes
• Detect and report unusual conditions and/or defective materials to appropriate personnel
• Inspect and service power plant equipment as part of annual requirements; report discrepancies to appropriate personnel
• Assist higher grade Operators and Mechanics with maintenance and repairs
• Maintain various records concerning plant operations to include inspection and maintenance schedules, reports of systems readings, fuel supplies, and orders, etc.
• Operate various hand and power tools such as drills, grinders, pipe wrenches, pipe threader, saws, etc.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition
• Operate University vehicles in the performance of assigned duties

Job Requirements

• Requires the use of shop mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of adjustable measuring instruments and the training generally applicable in a particular or specialized occupation
• Equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training
• 2 to 3 years of effective experience

Qualifications

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 2 to 3 years of effective experience

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Work Schedule

Rotating Days Off: Rotating

Salary and Benefits

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.