Boiler Plant Operator | Boston, MA - Boston, Massachusetts

Boileroperator; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Boiler Plant Operator to ensure the smooth operation of critical systems. This full-time role involves maintaining and supervising heating, plumbing, and HVAC systems to guarantee patient comfort and safety. With opportunities for career growth and comprehensive benefits starting from day one, this position is ideal for those with a strong technical background and a commitment to excellence. Join a team that values your skills and offers a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for Career Growth

Qualifications

• 4 years of technical experience with electromechanical equipment and systems.
• 3 years of experience in operations, maintenance, and repair of similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on high-pressure steam boilers and HVAC systems.
• Supervise and train Boiler Plant Operators in daily operations.
• Respond to emergency calls and diagnose physical plant issues.

Skills

Electromechanical Equipment Maintenance

HVAC Systems Operation

Supervisory Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Second Class Fireman License or Higher

Tools

Boilers

HVAC Systems

Emergency Generators

Pumps and Motors

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?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits start day one
• 403(b) Retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for career growth

Job Overview

This position involves physical plant operations, preventative maintenance, on-call services, on a 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 required

Minimum Qualifications

1. 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 operations, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems similar to those used in facilities.
5. Previous supervisory experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not exhaustive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Read, record, and inspect heating, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC systems including high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, motors, electric and pneumatic controls, water storage tanks, drains, etc., regularly.
2. Perform preventative maintenance on systems and equipment such as high-pressure steam boilers, air conditioning units, ice machines, compressors, pumps, motors, fans, emergency lights, generators, etc.
3. Respond to emergency calls such as loss of power, steam, water, heat, ice, and snow by operating all appropriate emergency equipment, including emergency generators, transfer switches, boilers, and water systems.
4. Diagnose and resolve physical plant issues like loss of heat, hot water, power outages, noise, overheating, broken belts, jammed controls, etc.
5. Notify authorized personnel of impending problems or major equipment failures requiring specialized repair.
6. Operate all equipment according to established procedures and criteria.
7. Supervise and direct the work of one or more Boiler Plant Operators; provide training as required.
8. Enter operating data into logs and logbooks; prepare deficiency lists and reports as needed.