Boiler Plant Engineer – Night Shift (Onsite)

Mass General Brigham; Northampton (MA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a skilled Boiler Plant Operator to maintain and repair high-pressure heating equipment at Cooley Dickinson Hospital site in Northampton, MA. You will monitor, adjust, and respond to emergencies, ensuring safe, efficient operation of plant systems.

The role requires 2-3 years of engineering experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant licenses. The position offers onsite work, night shift, with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; engineering coursework preferred.
• Massachusetts Fire Service 3rd Class Engineer license required.
• 2-3 years of engineering experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, repair and clean power plant equipment.
• Observe the operation of the plant and make necessary adjustments.
• Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdowns.
• Read meters and gauges at specified intervals to ensure proper temperature, pressure, water levels, etc.
• Keep power plant logs by recording readings, steam and power generated, fuel usage, maintenance performed and data.
• Test boiler water and returns; add chemicals to maintain proper balance.
• Performs other duties as assigned; complies with policies and standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading gauges

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Engineering required

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a skilled Boiler Plant Operator to maintain and repair high-pressure heating equipment at Cooley Dickinson Hospital site in Northampton, MA. You will monitor, adjust, and respond to emergencies, ensuring safe, efficient operation of plant systems.

The role requires 2-3 years of engineering experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant licenses. The position offers onsite work, night shift, with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.