Boiler Tender

CBRE Government & Defense Services; Twentynine Palms (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government & Defense Services is seeking a Stationary Engineer / Boiler Plant Operator to ensure safe, reliable operation of high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, and central utility plant equipment at the Twentynine Palms facility. You will monitor performance, perform inspections, and document readings while maintaining continuous utility services for hospital and critical operations.

Requires five years of boiler/chiller experience, a High School Diploma, and a license.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing centralized boiler and chiller equipment.
• Experience in a large central utility plant with >500 boiler HP and 400 tons centrifugal chiller.
• Knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler systems, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, deaerators, feedwater systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate operational records and follow inspection schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, and central utility plant equipment in a 24/7 environment.
• Monitor boiler pressure, water levels, temperatures, fuel, feedwater, pumps, and related systems.
• Perform hourly, four-hour, eight-hour and shift inspections; document results.
• Identify leaks, malfunctions, abnormal conditions, and safety hazards; take corrective actions.
• Conduct boiler blowdown and verify proper feedwater makeup per procedures.
• Carry out weekly low-water fuel cutoff testing and monthly safety relief valve testing.
• Maintain operating logs with readings, inspections, test results, and deficiencies.
• Report deficiencies and safety concerns to Government representatives; escalate as needed.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel and contractors to minimize outages.
• Communicate equipment status during shift transitions and with COR when needed.
• Follow safety procedures and site protocols; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Boiler operation

Chiller operation

Troubleshooting

DDC systems

Safety procedures

Documentation

Equipment inspection

Shift work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

DDC controls

Job description

As a CBRE Government & Defense Services Stationary Engineer / Boiler Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, and associated central utility plant equipment supporting hospital and specialized facility operations at the Twentynine Palms Central Utility Plant.

This role involves monitoring equipment performance, conducting routine operational inspections, maintaining accurate records, and promptly reporting equipment deficiencies to ensure uninterrupted utility services and a safe operating environment.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, and associated central utility plant equipment in a 24/7 operating environment.
• Monitor boiler pressure, water levels, temperatures, fuel supply, feedwater systems, condensate return systems, pumps, burners, and auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct and document required hourly, four-hour, eight-hour, and shift-based operational inspections.
• Perform routine operational checks to identify leaks, equipment malfunctions, abnormal operating conditions, and potential safety hazards.
• Conduct boiler blowdown operations and verify proper feedwater makeup in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform required weekly low-water fuel cutoff testing and monthly safety relief valve testing in accordance with approved operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate operating logs documenting equipment readings, inspections, test results, deficiencies, and unusual operating conditions.
• Promptly report equipment deficiencies, malfunctions, and safety concerns to the appropriate Government representative.
• Immediately notify the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) of deficiencies that may impact patient care or critical facility operations.
• Coordinate with designated maintenance personnel and subcontractors to address identified equipment issues and minimize service interruptions.
• Communicate equipment status, operational concerns, and outstanding deficiencies during shift transitions.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, equipment operating requirements, and site-specific protocols.
• Perform other operational duties as assigned within the authorized scope of the position.

Note: Preventive and unscheduled maintenance activities are performed by designated contractor personnel or subcontractors. This position is primarily responsible for plant operations, inspections, operational testing, documentation, and deficiency reporting.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing centralized boiler and chiller equipment and associated auxiliary systems.
• At least three (3) years of experience working in a large, complex central utility plant with more than 500 boiler horsepower of high-pressure steam heating capacity and 400 tons of centrifugal chiller cooling capacity.
• Experience supporting hospitals or similar critical-use facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler systems, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, deaerators, surge tanks, feedwater systems, and steam and chilled-water distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of central plant Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
• Understanding of boiler safety requirements, equipment inspections, operational testing, and deficiency reporting.
• Ability to maintain accurate operational records and follow established inspection schedules.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work assigned shifts in a continuous 24/7/365 operating environment.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Stationary Engineer License: Current license issued by a city, state, or nationally recognized licensing organization, such as a National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) First Class Engineer license or equivalent. For high-pressure steam plant operations, the required license must be obtained within the second year of employment, in accordance with applicable contract requirements.
• EPA Universal Certification: Required.

All applicable licenses and certifications must remain current and valid.

• Work is performed on-site within a central utility plant supporting hospital and specialized facility operations.
• May involve exposure to high-pressure steam, hot surfaces, rotating equipment, fuel systems, chemicals, and industrial noise.
• Requires compliance with all applicable safety standards, personal protective equipment requirements, and emergency response procedures.
• Must be available to work assigned shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the facility's continuous operating schedule.

Rate: $ 37.90 / Hourly

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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