Boiler Plant Operator II — Critical Hospital Utilities

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Conewango Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Utilities Plant Operator 2 at Warren State Hospital. This role performs boiler operation, water testing, equipment maintenance, and emergency response to ensure safe heating and hot water across the facility.

The position requires mechanical skill, steady attention, and the ability to follow safety procedures while rotating shifts and covering weekends. Full-time schedule is 40 hours per week with no telework.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six months of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Boiler Operation: Start up and shut down boilers, operate valves, and monitor gauges and digital controls to maintain safe heat and hot water
• Water Testing: Collect samples, test water quality, and treat systems to ensure correct feedwater conditions
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain boilers, pumps, motors, traps, and related systems for safe and efficient operation
• Emergency Response: Perform manual emergency fire horn operations and make urgent repairs when equipment issues arise
• Plant Upkeep: Complete preventive maintenance, clean plant areas, and follow safety procedures during all tasks
• Shift Coverage: Rotate shifts to ensure continuous monitoring and operation of the boiler plant

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Utilities Plant Operator 2 at Warren State Hospital. This role performs boiler operation, water testing, equipment maintenance, and emergency response to ensure safe heating and hot water across the facility.

The position requires mechanical skill, steady attention, and the ability to follow safety procedures while rotating shifts and covering weekends. Full-time schedule is 40 hours per week with no telework.