Boiler Plant Operator

Tufts Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is recruiting a Boiler Plant Operator for the Boston area, responsible for the operation, maintenance, and supervision of building systems 7 days a week. The role involves responding to emergencies, inspecting high‑pressure steam boilers, chillers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid second class fireman license or higher, 4 years of electromechanical experience, 3 years of maintenance/repair

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Second class fireman license or higher.
• Four (4) years of technical experience with electromechanical equipment and systems.
• Three (3) years of experience in operations maintenance and repair of equipment and systems similar to those used in facilities.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Reads, records, and inspects heating, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC systems including high pressure steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, motors, electric and pneumatic controls, water storage tanks, dumps, drains, etc. on a regular basis.
• Performs preventative maintenance on listed systems and equipment such as high pressure steam boilers, air conditioning systems, large and small tonnage package units, ice machines, compressors, pumps, motors, fans, air units, emergency lights, generators, etc.
• Responds to all emergency calls by operating all appropriate emergency equipment in case equipment changes are required such as emergency generators, electric power transfer switches, high pressure steam boilers, water systems, etc.
• Diagnoses and rectifies problems within physical plant such as loss of heat, loss of hot water, power outage, loud noises, hot bearing, units overheating, broken belts, jammed controls, etc.
• Notifies appropriate authorized personnel of impending problems, or major equipment or system failures which need specialized repair.
• Starts, stops and operates all equipment according to established procedures and criteria.
• Supervises and directs the work of one or more assigned Boiler Plant Operator; performs training as required.

Skills

HVAC systems

Emergency response

Supervisory experience

Technical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Second class fireman license or higher

Tools

Electrical controls

Pneumatic controls

Job description

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.Why Join Us?Competitive salaries & benefitsMedical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one403(b) Retirement with company matchTuition ReimbursementOpportunities for career growthJob OverviewThis position carries out physical plant operations, preventative maintenance, on call services, on seven day a week shift cycle, to ensure that patient comfort and safety are maintained.Location: 800 Washington Street, Boston (Nutrition Center Building)Hours: Full time - 40 hours, 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts requiredMinimum Qualifications1. High school diploma or equivalent.2. Second class fireman license or higher.3. Four (4) years of technical experience with electromechanical equipment and systems.4. Three (3) years of experience in the operations maintenance and repair of equipment and systems similar to those used in facilities.5. Previous supervisory experience.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1. Reads, records, and inspects heating, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC systems including high pressure steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, motors, electric and pneumatic controls, water storage tanks, dumps, drains, etc. on a regular basis.2. Performs preventative maintenance as assigned on the following systems and equipment, such as high pressure steam boilers, air conditioning systems, large and small, tonnage package units, ice machines, compressors, pumps, motors, fans, air units, emergency lights, generators, etc.3. Responds to all emergency calls such as loss of power, steam, water, heat, ice and snow, etc. by operating all appropriate emergency equipment in case equipment changes are required such as emergency generators, electric power transfer switches, high pressure steam boilers, water systems, etc.4. Diagnoses and rectifies problems within physical plant such as loss of heat, loss of hot water, power outage, loud noises, hot bearing, units overheating, broken belts, jammed controls, etc.5. Notifies appropriate authorized personnel of impending problems, or major equipment or system failures which need specialized repair.6. Starts, stops and operates all equipment according to established procedures and criteria.7. Supervises and directs the work of one or more assigned Boiler Plant Operator; performs training as required.8. Enters operating data in appropriate logs and logbooks. Prepares deficiency lists and reports as needed.At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.Pay Range:$34.79 - $43.49