High Pressure Boiler Operator

Purpose of this Position

The purpose of a High Pressure Boiler Operator is to operate and maintain stationary boilers and mechanical equipment to provide utilities for the hospital complex.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Duty 1: Plumbing Duties
  • Troubleshooting and making necessary repairs to pumps, couplings, seals, valves, piping, steam traps and related equipment.
  • Cutting and threading, soldering and brazing, using manual threading machines and various gas torches.
  • Installing and laying out various plumbing systems, steam, water, gas and oil.
  • Keeping updated and informed on new systems and equipment.
• Duty 2: Electrical Duties
  • Troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and installing electronic, electrical circuits and related equipment.
  • Installation and repairs on electrical circuits ranging from 12V to 480V AC/DC.
  • Installation and repairs to electrical control circuitry on machinery and mechanical systems.
  • Performing general troubleshooting and repairs on nurse call systems.
  • Sharing knowledge and changes made to electrical systems with others.
  • Using electrical testing and measuring equipment.
  • Maintaining a good understanding of the electrical distribution system and locations of disconnects and shut-offs.
  • Maintaining safety by following Arc Flash guidelines.
  • Understanding emergency power distribution and generator monthly load tests.
• Duty 3: Mechanical Duties
  • Repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment.
  • Performing troubleshooting and repairs to machinery and mechanical equipment such as bearings, motors, pumps, seals, couplings and related equipment.
  • Installing, setting up, calibrating, programming controls and processes within the building automated system.
  • Performing preventative maintenance on schedule to prevent potential problems.
  • Understanding the layout and distribution of mechanical systems such as air handlers, medical gases, pneumatic systems, chillers, boilers, heating water, cooling water and minor refrigeration.
• Duty 4: Communication Systems
  • Performing troubleshooting, repairs to nurse call systems and related devices, televisions, paging system and fire alarm systems and devices.
• Duty 5: Architectural Structure
  • Performing repair to doors, door hardware, operators, windows, ceiling, wall and floors.
  • Performing inspections and repairs firewall penetrations and fire door operators as needed.
  • Aiding with building construction and existing building renovations as needed.
• Duty 6: Ensuring Safety
  • Demonstrating geographic knowledge and locations of system shut-offs throughout the hospital in the event of an emergency.
  • Changing faulty lights, ballasts, outlets and switches promptly to ensure a safe environment.
  • Performing inspection tours as scheduled with the ability to foresee and notice abnormalities in the operation of mechanical equipment.
  • Participating in hospital and department in-service education and training programs.
• Duty 7: Emergency Response
  • Responding to all fire alarms as described in the department policy and procedure manual.
  • Responding promptly to assist in the event of an emergency.
• Duty 8: Related Accountabilities
  • Responding and volunteering when needed.
  • Accepting and assuming other staff’s duties in their absence as needed.
  • Showing willingness to accept additional duties.
  • Utilizing available time effectively.

Required Qualifications

• High pressure boilers operator’s license required.
• Holds a State of Ohio High Pressure Operators License.
• Maintains skill level with appropriate training and uses various methods to ensure continual improvement.
• Adheres to BVH policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver’s license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state) and you must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy requirements.
• Develops processes, purchases parts and supplies needed to ensure continual delivery Plant production BVH Facilities.
• Ability to service / maintain plant equipment but not limited to the following: Low pressure boilers. High pressure boilers. Constant and variable speed pumps. Constant and variable speed motors. Monitoring building automated systems. Water testing or related routine testing. Small appliance repair. Fuel oil delivery systems. Document daily required activities.
• Achieves two competency evaluations to enhance the development of qualified individuals.
• Ability to perform general maintenance activities throughout the campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) consecutive years of experience as a high pressure boiler operator.