Boiler & Plant Operations Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Plant Operating Engineer to manage mechanical projects and boiler room operations across hospital facilities.

Responsibilities include firing and maintaining gas/oil/coal/dual fuel boilers, logging daily activities, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. A solid electrical/mechanical background is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background in electrical/mechanical or plant operators field.
• One year of technical school training + one year of experience, or three years of documented experience in electrical/mechanical or plant operator duties.
• Six months to one year of on-the-job training required to attain proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas/oil/coal/dual fuel boilers to meet ASME/ANSI codes and provide steam for heating hospital buildings and equipment.
• Tour boiler room to observe equipment and ensure operation per instructions.
• Maintain proper pressures, temperatures, and water levels; ensure efficient combustion and clean boiler room.
• Make accurate log entries of boiler room activities and performance.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on pumps, valves, and related equipment.
• Inspect oxygen supply systems and emergency power systems; respond to malfunctions.
• Ensure fire safety and security measures; follow safety protocols and update logs.

Skills

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Plant operator experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Plant Operating Engineer to manage mechanical projects and boiler room operations across hospital facilities.

Responsibilities include firing and maintaining gas/oil/coal/dual fuel boilers, logging daily activities, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. A solid electrical/mechanical background is preferred for this role.