Boiler and Energy Plant Operator

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking an experienced Energy Plant Operator to operate boilers and related energy equipment at our Lebanon, NH facility. You will perform routine maintenance, monitor systems, and respond to emergencies to keep facilities running smoothly.

Responsibilities include inspecting systems, recording logs, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with the supervisor on inventory and parts needs. The role offers stability within a renowned health system.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with 2 years of Energy Plant Operator experience (certification desirable) or the equivalent boiler and heating/cooling experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspects boilers and Building 10 for proper operation; documents results in the log.
• Reviews boiler systems logs and trends; makes adjustments to keep operations within set points.
• Performs preventive maintenance on boiler equipment, water pumps, and related components; records PM work orders.
• Performs work order repairs on Power Plant equipment with minimal impact on operations; documents actions.
• Keeps supervisor informed of inventory levels.
• Maintains and repairs steam traps; records results and leaks.
• Takes daily boiler water, condensate, and steam-line tests; adjusts parameters to minimize corrosion; records results.
• Evaluates spare part and fuel needs to complete work orders.
• Studies Energy Plant systems to recommend cost-effective improvements.
• Adheres to safety, codes, and policies; reports unsafe conditions.
• Ensures autoclave operation; covers waste management during breaks.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Energy plant operation

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Operates the boilers and related energy equipment. Provides routine and specially scheduled maintenance checks.

Responsibilities

1. Inspects boilers and Building 10 for proper operation. Documents in the log. Evaluates and executes emergency repairs and/or adjustments, or recommends long and short term repairs. Determines and implements alternatives for providing continued service.
2. Reviews building and boiler systems log reports and trends for proper operations. Evaluates identified problems or conditions which are outside of established set points, and makes necessary adjustments. Monitors adjustments to assure effective corrective action. Utilizes automation systems full capabilities to evaluate and improve operations.
3. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment per established procedures for boiler, feeds water pumps, fuels pumps and related equipment. Evaluates effectiveness of procedures and makes recommendations for improvements. Completes all necessary P.M. work order documentation.
4. Performs assigned work order repairs on Power Plant equipment with consideration for impact on ongoing operations. Evaluates the nature of the reported problem, determines the most effective method of analysis and corrective measures, assuring problem correction and necessary follow-up. Completes all necessary work order documentation.
5. Keeps the supervisor informed of inventory levels.
6. Maintains and repairs all steam traps in Building 10. Checks and repairs any found leaking. Records in the preventive maintenance book.
7. Takes daily water tests on boiler water, condensate water and steam lines. Compares results with established parameters, determines and makes appropriate adjustments to minimize corrosion. Records test results and adjustments and reports abnormal conditions. Communicates with supervisor to review test results, problems, and potential program changes.
8. Evaluates and recommends needs for spare parts, supplies, and fuel as necessary to accomplish work orders and projects.
9. Studies the Energy Plant systems and evaluates equipment and systems, and makes recommendations for improved cost effective operations.
10. Adheres to requirements of all codes, standards, Hospital, and Department policies and procedures with particular attention given to safety related items. Reports observed unsafe situations and practices.
11. Ensures proper operation of autoclave. Covers waste management operations during scheduled lunch breaks, holidays, vacations, and weekends.
12. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with 2 years of experience as an Energy Plant Operator (certification desirable) or the equivalent boiler and heating/cooling experience.

Required Licensure/Certifications

- None

• Area of Interest: Service
• Pay Range: $27.81/Hr. - $43.10/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Rotating
• Job ID: 41794

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.