Engineer 3rd Class - 40hrs/Night Shift

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Power Plant Operator to maintain and repair a high-pressure heating plant on-site at 30 Locust Street, Northampton, MA. The role involves troubleshooting, monitoring equipment, and responding to emergencies during night shifts.

Essential qualifications include a high school diploma, engineering diploma, and relevant state certifications; 2–3 years of engineering experience is preferred. Strong analytical and teamwork skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma in Engineering required.
• Massachusetts 3rd Class Engineer certification required.
• Hoisting Engineer preferred by Mass. program.
• Engineering experience 2–3 years required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, repair and clean power plant equipment.
• Observe plant operation and make adjustments as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdowns.
• Read meters and gauges to monitor temperature, pressure, water levels, etc.
• Keep power plant logs with readings and fuel usage.
• Test boiler water and returns; add chemicals to balance mix.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Engineering

Massachusetts 3rd Class Engineer

Hoisting Engineer preferred

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant. Performs repairs to boilers and reassembles if required. Repairs pipes, paints and removes equipment for repair or replacement, as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Engineering required

• Massachusetts Department of Fire Service 3rd Class Engineer required

• Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and Inspections Division Hoisting Engineer preferred

• Engineering experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and select a course of action regarding equipment failures and repair.

• Knowledgeable in general engineering principles and practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills both written and oral.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

• Strong mathematical and planning skills.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Essential Functions:

• Maintain, operate, repair and clean power plant equipment.

• Observe the operation of the plant and make necessary adjustments.

• Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdown.

• Read meters and gauges at specified intervals to insure proper temperature, pressure, water levels, etc.

• Keep power plant logs by recording readings, steam and power generated, fuel usage, maintenance performed and similar data to keep accurate records.

• Responsible for testing boiler water and returns.

• Add chemicals when necessary for proper mix to insure correct balance.

• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$34.53 - $52.63/Hourly

Grade

6At

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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