Boiler Operator

About the role

Join a mission‑driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. We believe that an inclusive community fosters an understanding and appreciation for diversity among our students, faculty, staff and administrators. Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more. Under moderate supervision from the Chief Engineer or Lead Engineer, you are capable of implementing the operation, maintenance and service of boilers and all auxiliary equipment associated with the generation and supply of high‑pressure steam in accordance with all applicable standards of the trade and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Conducts burner firing operation plus auxiliary systems for all boilers.
• Checks water softeners for correct operation and needed services.
• Maintains salt level for brine tank.
• Maintains steam plant in clean condition as to oil spillage and general cleaning and appearance.
• Maintains proper records for all logs and reports required.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs, as required, high pressure steam systems and all auxiliary equipment consistent with manufacturer’s guidelines, operating design parameters, and accepted practices to optimize energy use.
• Under moderate supervision troubleshoots and repairs steam devices including electronic, electrical, and mechanical components and connections.
• Operates and keeps in good working order a variety of equipment including hand tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters and instruments.
• Reads and interprets basic blueprints, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Under moderate supervision performs soldering, pipefitting, as required.
• Coordinates repairs with other trades affected by the steam operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.
• Responsible for monitoring, controlling, and maintaining boiler operations though SCADA system to insure the efficient and safe operation of boilers by leveraging SCADA technology to track system parameters, detect faults, and implement corrective actions.
• Required to perform and assist with all chemical treatment including Testing, Mixing, and loading of chemicals.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent and current documentation indicating successful passing of formal training classes or programs in high pressure steam systems and be able to exhibit acceptable life experience in high pressure steam systems operations.
• At least two years’ work experience in a high‑pressure steam plant operation.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English; ability to interact with students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner; ability to read and understand OSHA guidelines such as Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points, etc.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, to bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs.; ability to work in enclosed spaces per OSHA guidelines.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, drawings/sketches, schematics and diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in preventative maintenance procedures; meter reading and lead testing; repair and shutoff of gas, water, electrical, life safety systems (fire alarm, sprinkler, etc.) and steam supplies.
• Basic Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Outlook skills.
• No disciplinary actions on file within the previous twelve months of applying.
• Ability to erect and work on scaffolding per OSHA standards.
• Excellent safety record.

Preferred Qualifications

• City of Philadelphia Stationary Engineers License

Benefits

• Holistic benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Flexible work options
• Wellness programs including gym membership
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance

Pay

$34.85 per hour

Schedule

Full‑time, 12‑month schedule; subject to changing shifts throughout the work week to cover boiler operator vacancies.