OE2 Boiler Plant Operator

Yale NewHaven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital is seeking a skilled Boiler Room Operator to maintain boilers and related equipment, ensuring a continuous steam supply for heating the hospital and outlying buildings.

You will work under the Boiler Room Operation Coordinator, perform maintenance tasks, and coordinate with other trades while upholding safety and building codes.

The ideal candidate holds a Connecticut OE2 license, has five years of trade experience, a valid driver's license, and can read blueprints.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Connecticut OE2 license.
• Minimum five years of trade experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operates boilers and auxiliary equipment to generate steam for hospital heating.
• Collaborates with other trades in the boiler house.
• Enforces safety policies and uses required PPE.
• Performs additional maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Plant operation guidelines

Team training support

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the centre of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.

Under the direction of the Boiler Room Operation Coordinator, the plant operator will maintain a OE2 license; perform operational duties, repairs and maintenance on all associated equipment to boilers and auxiliary equipment. You will oversee the boilers and equipment that control the generation of a continuous supply of steam for heating the hospital and outlying buildings to fulfilling the requirements of various departments. Maintain a working knowledge of building components and State, local fire codes including JCAHO requirements in order to facilitate the efficient planning and execution of all maintenance and projects knowledge. Will perform a variety of diversified duties as needed primarily in Heating System maintenance, performs various maintenance assignments and assists other maintenance personnel in the repair and maintenance of physical structures, equipment and fixtures of the hospital. Ground keeping duties and maintain hospital aesthetics.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
  • 1.1Performs diversified duties to operate boilers and auxiliary equipment to control the generation of a continuous supply of steam for heating the hospital and outlying buildings and to fulfill the requirements of various departments.
• 2.RESPONSIBILITIES/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
  • 2.1Works with other trades assigned to perform work at the boiler house.
• 3.SAFETY.
  • 3.1Assure the safety of patients, staff and visitors through enforcement of department safety policies and procedures. Adheres to safety requirements when performing job using the following safety equipment: 1. Safety Eye glasses 2. Face Shields 3. Ear Plugs or Mufflers 4. Dust Mask 5. Surgical Mask 6. Gowns 7. Boots 8. Gloves 9. Back supports
• 4.ADDITIONAL TASKS.
  • 4.1Performs any additional assignments as required by the manager/supervisor.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School Diploma.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum five years trade experience.

LICENSURE

Must possess a State of Connecticut Operating engineers OE2 License.Must have a current driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Ability to read blueprints and specifications.Must be familiar with all plant operation guidelines, codes.Demonstrated knowledge of position in order to train and direct staff.Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both oral and written.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.Vision requirements include distance, peripheral, depth and the ability to adjust focus.Demonstrated ability to perform the following physical activities within the course of the work schedule:1. Stand, Walk2. Uses Hands to Finger, Feel, Reach withHands & Arms, Climb or Balance3. Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or Crawl4. Talk or Hear5. Taste or SmellAbility to withstand the exposure to the following environmental conditions during the work schedule:1. Outdoor Weather Conditions2. Extreme Cold (non-weather)3. Work in High Precarious places4. Risk of Electrical Shock5. Risk of Radiation Exposure6. Bloodborne Pathogens7. Flammable, Explosive gases8. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals9. Dust or Other Irritants10. Grease or Oils11. Infection from disease bearing specimens12. Infectious/Contagious Diseases13 Cleaning Agents/Chemicals14. Hot or Noisy Equipment15. Humid or West conditions (non-weather)