BOILER OPERATOR

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 30,031 - 40,405; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health coverage

Competitive retirement options

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Boiler Operator to join their facilities team at the University. In this role, you will operate, monitor, and maintain boilers and boiler support systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations for campus facilities.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of related experience and a high school diploma or GED. This position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $21.80 - $29.33 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience operating and maintaining boilers and boiler support equipment.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair boilers, combustion systems, and pumps.
• Proficiency in performing boiler water and condensate testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and inspect boilers to ensure efficient performance.
• Document operational data and maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on boilers and mechanical components.

Skills

Boiler operation

Maintenance of combustion systems

Water treatment

Mechanical and electrical component repair

Reading blueprints and schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance

Tools

Combustion analyzers

Water chemistry test kits

CMMS software

Job description

Boiler Operator (T237051)

Boiler Operator

The posting is intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Energize your career by bringing your boiler expertise to UAB’s high‑performance power team, where your advanced boiler and steam‑system skills help power the University’s mission.

Position Summary

Operate, monitor, inspect, maintain, repair, and optimize boilers and boiler support systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation supporting mission‑critical steam and hot‑water infrastructure for campus and hospital facilities. Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on boilers, combustion systems, control systems, water treatment equipment, and associated mechanical and electrical components. Conduct inspections, operational testing, efficiency analysis, and water chemistry testing; adjust and calibrate equipment and controls to maintain performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. Document operational data and maintenance activities, maintain a clean and orderly boiler plant, and coordinate with contractors and inspectors during maintenance, repair, and inspection activities.

Essential Accountabilities

• Operates, monitors, and inspects boilers and support systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance.


• Continuously monitors boiler and hot water system alarms and trends, taking appropriate operational or escalation actions as needed.


• Provides operational support for steam and hot water systems serving all UAB Campus and Hospital facilities.


• Conducts routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on boilers and related mechanical/electrical components.


• Installs, tests, calibrates, maintains, and repairs control systems including combustion controls, BAS interfaces, sensors, relays, and safety interlocks.


• Performs routine boiler water and condensate testing (pH, hardness, alkalinity, chlorides, etc.) and adjust chemical feed systems.


• Maintains, repairs, modifies, installs, and replaces boilers, pumps, motors, valves, heat exchangers, piping, and related equipment.


• Assists insurance carriers, regulatory agencies, and authorized inspectors; provides operational information and support required testing.


• Records operational data, inspection findings, maintenance actions, and test results per departmental and regulatory standards.


• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, drawings, and manufacturer specifications for boiler and mechanical systems.


• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly boiler plant, including minor painting and corrosion‑prevention tasks.


• Supports contractors on special projects within the chilled water plant and across campus.


• Performs additional duties as assigned to support plant operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates the ability to operate, maintain, and repair boilers, combustion systems, feedwater systems, pumps, motors, valves, compressors, heat exchangers, and safety devices.


• Conducts boiler water and condensate testing and manages chemical feed and treatment programs to maintain proper system chemistry.


• Understands OSHA regulations and safe work practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, hot work, fall protection, respiratory protection, and PPE requirements; follows applicable codes, standards, and inspection protocols.


• Identifies pressure, temperature, chemical, and electrical hazards and implements appropriate mitigation measures and emergency response procedures.


• Diagnoses system issues using test instruments and trend data, develops corrective actions, and applies root cause analysis to prevent recurrence and improve reliability.


• Proficient with combustion analyzers, water chemistry test kits, multimeters, manometers, thermal imagers, vibration meters, and BAS/SCADA interfaces.


• Uses computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document work, update digital logs, create work orders, and track system performance; able to navigate technical manuals, drawings, and schematics.


• Communicates effectively with supervisors, operators, mechanics, contractors, and inspectors; documents findings and recommendations; briefs teams on safety, system status, and action plans; works collaboratively to support plant operations.


• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly boiler plant environment; upholds housekeeping and 5S principles; mentors junior staff on safe practices and standard procedures.


• Capable of prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, planning preventive maintenance windows, coordinating parts and tools, and meeting operational deadlines for inspections, testing, and reporting.


• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and accountability in plant operations; tracks tasks to completion and supports special projects and urgent system needs.

Qualifications

Hourly Pay Range

• $21.80 - $29.33 (commensurate with experience & qualifications)

OT Pay

0–10 Hours OT/Week is expected. May exceed 10 Hours/Week under extraordinary conditions.

Work Schedule

• Follows a rotating 4‑on/3‑off and 3‑on/4‑off schedule to support 24/7 operations.


• Works one of two standard shifts:




• 12:00 AM–12:00 PM


• 12:00 PM–12:00 AM




• May be required to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including on‑call assignments.


• Work schedules may change as needed to meet the needs of the University.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Three (3) years of related experience operating and maintaining boilers and boiler support equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance or power plant operations.


• Experience with high‑pressure steam systems, boiler efficiency testing, and water chemistry treatment.


• Graduation from an accredited vocational school in HVAC may also be considered.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

• Valid U.S. driver’s license


• Minimum age of 21


• At least three years of driving experience


• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Preferred Certification

• High‑Pressure Boiler Operator or Power Engineer certification issued by the American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE) or an equivalent nationally recognized organization.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while performing job duties.


• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.


• Climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding and work at heights above 30 feet.


• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and long‑distance walking between and within campus buildings.


• Work in confined spaces as required.


• Perform manual tasks using hand and power tools.


• Tolerate hot, cold, humid, noisy, dusty, or chemical environments with appropriate PPE.


• Maintain visual acuity for gauges and instruments and hearing acuity for alarms.


• Wear respiratory protection and other PPE as required.

About UAB

UAB provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, competitive retirement options, wellness programs, and a wide range of employee perks designed to support you both at work and at home.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Facilities

Organization

112802020 Steam Operations

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Onsite