Boiler and Chiller Operator

The Boiler and Chiller Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of high-pressure steam boilers and industrial chiller systems. Operators will supplement staff to ensure continuous 24/7 coverage, maintaining critical utility systems for hospital operations, patient care, infection control, sterilization, and comfort cooling. This position requires dual qualifications to operate both boiler and chiller systems, with a primary focus on boiler plant operations due to life safety priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Boiler Plant Operations:
• Operate and monitor up to four Cleaver-Brooks high-pressure steam boilers (10,000 lb/hr each).
• Maintain optimal steam pressures and combustion efficiency through system adjustments.
• Perform and log water quality testing, adding chemicals as needed.
• Ensure no high-pressure boiler is left unattended, coordinating relief coverage.
• Record operational data at prescribed intervals
• Engage with boiler plant components, including DA tanks, condensate tanks, and associated systems, for monitoring and operator-level maintenance.

Chiller Plant Operations:
• Operate and monitor large-capacity chiller units (Trane and York Centrifugals; 1,000-ton each), cooling towers, and pumps.
• Maintain chilled water supply temperatures through system adjustments.
• Respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms and out-of-range conditions.
• Coordinate chiller startups or shutdowns with facility Engineering.

Equipment Monitoring and Rounds:
• Conduct full equipment inspections (boilers, chillers, pumps, compressors, etc.)
• Monitor critical utility alarms (e.g., fire pumps, emergency power) via BMS.

Preventive Maintenance:
• Perform operator-level maintenance, including lubrication, belt changes, cleaning strainers, and resetting trips.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and perform minor painting or touch-up as directed.

Emergency Response:
• Respond to alarms and utility emergencies campus-wide during after-hours and weekends.
• Stabilize equipment immediately and escalate issues to on-call leadership.

Communication and Reporting:
• Complete turnover briefings with incoming shifts.
• Submit daily logs, incident reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Immediately report regulatory non-compliance, safety hazards, or equipment failures.

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• Minimum of three (3) years of experience operating high-pressure boilers (≥125 psi) and industrial chillers.
• Physical capability to climb stairs and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass fingerprint-based background checks.
• Current licensure or willingness to obtain upon hire (company paid)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.