24/7 Central Heating Plant Operator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bread Loaf (VT); On-site; USD 39,950 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Partner Inclusion Program

Educational assistance programs

Job summary

Middlebury College in Vermont is seeking a Central Heating Plant Operator to operate and maintain campus heating systems, manage steam production, and support 24/7 operations consistent with the college's environmental goals. The role requires hands-on boiler and turbine experience and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

This full-time, benefits-eligible position involves coordinating fuel deliveries, performing routine maintenance, and collaborating with Facilities Services staff

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Driver's license required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in power plant, turbine generator, or equivalent industrial process operations.
• Power plant operating certification/license (e.g., NUILPE) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Flexible with work schedule; plant operates 24/7/365. Must work days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime.
• Operate boiler plant (biomass gasification plant, natural gas, and fuel oil boilers) to produce 125 psi and 250 psi steam to serve all campus systems. Collect plant process data and maintain logs throughout shift.
• Receive and coordinate fuel deliveries for all fuels utilized by plant.
• Receive water‑treatment chemicals at heating plant.
• Successfully pass the Central Heating Plant Operating Training, which includes sign‑off of the training manual.
• Maintain Central Heating Plant equipment for continuous operation. Perform basic maintenance and routine housekeeping.
• Operate steam‑driven turbines and auxiliary equipment for 480‑volt 3‑phase power generation.
• Ensure plant operation complies with all Air Quality Permit requirements.
• Coordinate work with contractors and ensure compliance with safety standards for ongoing contracted work in the heating plant.
• May cross‑train in other mechanical/electrical trade shops and support other Facilities Services department needs.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Driver's license

Job description

Middlebury College in Vermont is seeking a Central Heating Plant Operator to operate and maintain campus heating systems, manage steam production, and support 24/7 operations consistent with the college's environmental goals. The role requires hands-on boiler and turbine experience and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

This full-time, benefits-eligible position involves coordinating fuel deliveries, performing routine maintenance, and collaborating with Facilities Services staff