Boiler Plant Operator

Veterans Health Administration; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Livermore is seeking a Boiler Plant Operator to start, operate, adjust, and maintain single or multiple fuel power boilers and related equipment. The role involves repairs, safety checks, and contributing to the plant’s reliable operation under supervision.

The position requires routine testing of water chemistry, adherence to air quality regulations, and readiness to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operates boilers under supervision to maintain efficiency and control combustion pollutants.
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on boilers and auxiliary equipment such as pumps, fans, and water treatment systems.
• Tests boiler water, condensate, and feed water using standard chemical tests.
• Assists with safety procedures and works on catwalks and ladders in boiler plant areas.
• Works rotating shifts and can lift objects up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the Boiler Plant Operator assigned to the Facilities Management Service, at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System (VAPAHCS). The Boiler Plant Operator will start, operate, adjust, stop, maintain, and perform various operational repairs on single or multiple fuel power boilers and associated auxiliary equipment.

Key Responsibilities

The VA Palo Alto Healthcare System (VAPAHCS) is part of VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21), which includes facilities in California, Nevada and Hawaii.

VAPAHCS is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research, Comprehensive health care is provided through primary, tertiary and long-term care in areas of medicine, surgery, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, oncology, dentistry, geriatrics and extended care. The Research and Development Service excels as a leader in the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The non-profit corporation, the Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR), has contributed to making VAPAHCS a leader in research.VAPAHCS is affiliated with the Stanford University School of Medicine which provides a rich academic environment including medical training for physicians in virtually all specialties and subspecialties.

Our Health Care System operates over 800 beds, including three nursing homes and a 100-bed homeless domiciliary.To learn more visit: http://www.paloalto.va.gov/about/The Boiler Plant Operator is in charge of the plant operations during his tour of duty under the general oversight of the Boiler Plant Supervisor.

Each Boiler Plant Operator has the authority to make decisions to ensure the safe and reliable repair, maintenance, and operation of the all boiler plant equipment.The major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains single-and-multiple fuel power boilers and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment such as water treatment systems.

Operates boilers under constant attention to maintain efficiency and to control the formation of combustion pollutants, ensuring compliance with local air pollution laws or regulations. Operates, adjusts, and maintains auxiliary equipment such as electrical or steam driven pumps, forced fans, air compressors, deaerating equipment, feed water, heaters, and water softener units. Tests feed water, boiler water and condensate using standard chemical tests.

Performs operational maintenance and repairs of limited to moderate complexity on mechanical parts and systems and may be required to perform limited or basic electrical repairs. Work Schedule: Varies Position Description Title/PD#: Boiler Plant Operator/PD6698A Physical Requirements: The Boiler Plant Operator frequently works in confined areas in and around boilers.

S/He requires moderate to strenuous effort and long periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and crouching. S/He frequently lifts and carries boiler parts and chemical supplies weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted. Occasionally, and with assistance, she or he carries items weighing over 50 pounds. The Boiler Plant Operator mainly works indoors, but occasionally works outside for short periods of time.

S/He is subject to high temperatures, constant noise, rotating machinery, soot, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, and fumes. S/He is subject to cuts and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment and burns from acids, caustics, hot water, steam, and contact with boilers. S/He works on catwalks and ladders. S/He will be required to a rotating shift schedule.

Under normal circumstances s/he can work alone, since one qualified Boiler Plant Operator per shift is sufficient to attend gas-fired or oil-fired high pressure boilers. At times, s/he will be expected to work extended hours in order to meet plant shift coverage requirements.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $37.51 – $43.69/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-07.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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