Boiler Operator

Boiler Operator

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, operates, maintains, and repairs major power plant and/or auxiliary equipment such as boilers, chillers, programmable controls, pumps, condensers, generators, air compressors and refrigeration equipment for all Hospital buildings. Programs and monitors equipment controls and makes necessary adjustments. Monitors all building utilities as well as providing ongoing sampling of boilers and maintaining appropriate steam pressure to operate the building. This position reports to the Facilities Supervisor. Under moderate direction responsible for the safe, efficient operation of high and low pressure boilers and related auxiliaries, various mechanical equipment including air handlers, pumps, compressors and comfort control equipment.

Essential Functions

• Maintains constant surveillance of power plant equipment in operation by observing programmable controls and energy management system. Takes water samples, tests and takes immediate action.
• Operates the computerized energy management computer (BAS). Maintains emergency generators for the Hospital. Troubleshoots and repairs problems as necessary.
• Programs and monitors boiler controls for proper operation.
• Maintains pressures, proper water levels and anticipates variation in steam load.
• Maintains daily written records and logs of various phases of boiler operation and activities of particular shift to which assigned.
• Records and monitors daily natural gas and water usage.
• Monitors incoming utility information, such as incoming city water pressure, electrical power and natural gas.
• Maintains and operates electric centrifugal and steam absorption chilled water systems.
• Maintains and provides preventive maintenance on building equipment as required.
• Maintains working knowledge of Hospital, state and other appropriate regulations and standards related to boiler operations and safety.
• Performs annual maintenance on boilers and associated equipment, including boiler teardown preparation for inspections.
• Makes regular inspection rounds, identifies and takes appropriate action with regard to any suspected or identified malfunctioning equipment or breach of security.
• Regularly maintains equipment, shuts boiler down on predetermined schedule, starts the system when necessary.
• Makes various control adjustments as needed throughout the Hospital as required.
• Responds to emergency maintenance calls during off shifts/hours as required.
• Responsible for maintaining all critical power plant systems in peak operating condition.
• Responsible for resolving technical equipment issues as they occur.
• Must be eligible for overtime status. Is able to work reasonable extended hours to accomplish priority repairs and to fill in for disaster, vacation or illness coverage.
• Maintain all power plant equipment according to standards. Complete all monthly preventive maintenance procedures as required according to the work order system. Communicate all equipment problems to the Engineering office in a timely manor. Responsible for ordering all necessary parts to repair equipment.
• Utilizes CMMS to complete and document work assignments.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of a vocational/trade school or associate degree program.

• Requires a minimum of four years of working experience as a Boiler/Power Plant Operator in a multi-building facility. Requires demonstrated strong technical knowledge and the ability to recognize equipment failure, malfunctioning equipment and take immediate action to remedy the situation. 3 years documented experience in powerhouse operations. Required

• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• LIC-High Pressure Boiler Operator - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• LIC-3rd Class Refrigeration Operator License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6' from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 45 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 45 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 45 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 40 lbs
• Sitting: Seldom
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
• Squat: Occasionally
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Ladder Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Driving: Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
• Handling: Frequently
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Frequently
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity
  [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

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Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Department Name

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

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