Utility Plant Operator 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

About the Role

Do you want to build skills in operating and maintaining essential plant systems that support a hospital environment? As a Utility Plant Operator 1 with the Department of Human Services, you will learn to oversee high-pressure steam boilers and assist with utility services at Wernersville State Hospital. This role gives you the chance to grow your knowledge while supporting a mission that serves others. Become part of a team that relies on your focus and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Boiler Operation: Monitor and operate high-pressure steam boilers and adjust controls to support changing steam needs.
• Equipment Checks: Walk through plant areas to inspect auxiliary systems and identify abnormal operating conditions.
• Maintenance Tasks: Perform cleaning, chemical treatment, and routine maintenance to support plant performance.
• Fuel Systems: Support the operation of modern fuel systems used to supply boilers and track usage throughout the shift.
• Record Keeping: Log plant data and calculate boiler operation details at the end of each shift.
• Emergency Support: Assist with snow removal and respond to emergency call-ins when required.

Work Schedule

Full-time employment with a rotating schedule covering all three shifts: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, including weekends and holidays. A typical rotation consists of six days on the 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM shift with four days off, seven days on the 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM shift with two days off, and seven days on the 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift with two days off. Overtime is required as needed, and telework is not an option for this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of experience as a Utility Plant Helper (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• Six months of unskilled work experience assisting in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• Submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police and FBI clearance, as this position falls under the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Examination Information

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. Your score is based on the detailed information you provide and is valid only for this specific posting. You may only apply/test once, and results will be provided via email.