Boiler Operator - Rotating - Weekends

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Boiler Operator for rotating shifts at Weill Cornell Medical Center. The role involves inspecting, firing and adjusting boilers to maintain a continuous steam supply for heating, laundry and sterilization equipment.

Requires 2+ years boiler plant experience, high school diploma, weekend/evening availability and FDNY certifications preferred. Join a leading healthcare system with comprehensive benefits and a culture of safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience operating steam boiler plant.
• Must be able to read and follow boiler and safety instructions.
• FDNY certifications or training are preferred and may be required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, fire and adjust boilers to maintain continuous steam generation.
• Monitor gauges, meters and controls; report malfunctions promptly.
• Re-order fuel and perform boiler water testing and treatment.
• Perform minor repairs and respond to hospital emergencies as needed.

Skills

Two years boiler experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location & Shift

New York, New York – Shift: Evening (United States of America)

Description

Boiler Operator - Rotating - Weekends

The Boiler Operator inspects, cleans, fires and adjusts boilers to maintain generation of a continuous supply of steam. Inspects, cleans, fires and adjusts boilers to maintain a continuous supply of steam for heating hospital buildings, and supplying power to machinery and auxiliary equipment for laundry and sterilizing equipment. Tours boiler room to observe operating equipment, meters and gauges to ensure that operation is in accordance with specified instructions. Adjusts equipment controls to correct malfunctions, notifies watch engineer when major repairs are needed. Re‑orders proper amounts of fuel as required. Uses specified chemical tests and treating boiler water. Cleans insides of boilers, boiler tubes and boiler stacks to remove sludge and soot. Performs minor repairs to steam plant equipment. Controls valves for the flow of water, fuel, oil, etc. Responds as appropriate to Hospital emergencies.

This is a full time position located at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Details – Shift Schedule

Shift: Rotating

Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday

Saturday: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Sunday Monday: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am

Tuesday & Wednesday: 3:00pm -11:00 pm

Required Criteria

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the operation of steam boiler plant
• Must be available for weekends, evenings, nights, holidays, emergencies and scheduled work/outages
• Must adhere to and follow shift coverage procedures
• FDNY G-91 Supervision of Natural Gas Co-generation System within 6 months of hire
• FDNY A-35 Air Compressors within 6 months of hire
• FDNY P-98 Fuel Oil Piping and Bulk Storage within 6 months of hire

Preferred Criteria

• FDNY G-29 Compressed Flammable Gases
• FDNY C-99 Compressed Natural Gas
• FDNY F-60 Fire Guard for Torch Operations
• FDNY G-60 Torch Use of Flammable Gas
• Experience working in a healthcare facility

Required Criteria

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years experience in the operation of a steam boiler plant
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, nights, holidays, emergencies and scheduled work outages

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

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