Plant Operator / Boiler - Mechanical Technician

Manpower Engineering; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator in Andover, MA. You will join the Central Energy Plant Operations Team, handling high-pressure boilers, chillers, turbines, and cogeneration equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, troubleshooting, and effective communication in a busy facilities environment. Required MA Stationary Engineer licenses and a high school diploma or GED. The position offers full-time hours with multiple shift patterns and a competitive pay range per

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Active MA 1st/2nd/3rd Class Stationary Engineer License required.
• Experience operating boilers, chillers, steam systems, and utility plant equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, manuals, and specs.
• MS Office, CMMS, and plant operations knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-pressure steam and hot water boilers.
• Operate and maintain centrifugal chillers, steam turbines, and cogeneration equipment.
• Monitor building automation and control room operations.
• Perform water testing, treatment, and compliance for boiler systems.
• Maintain logs, reports, and respond to alarms and emergencies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Massachusetts 1st/2nd/3rd Class Stationary Engineer License

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

Job description

Plant Operator / Boiler - Mechanical Technician

• Reference Number: 414983
• Published Date: 11/02/2026
• Job Type: Temporary
• Industry: Architecture and Engineering
• Hours: Full Time

Our client, a leading facilities management and building operations company, is seeking a Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator to join their team. As a Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator, you will be part of the Central Energy Plant Operations Team supporting the Plant Operations and Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, attention to safety, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator (Operator B / Operator A / Senior Operator)
Location: Andover, MA.
Pay Range: The ranges below are negotiable

• 1st Class Stationary Engineer License: $48.57/hour
• 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License: $47.32/hour
• Class C / 3rd Class Stationary Engineer License: $39.42/hour

What's the Job?

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-pressure steam and hot water boilers.
• Operate and maintain centrifugal chillers, steam turbines, and cogeneration equipment.
• Monitor building automation systems, utility monitoring systems, and control room operations.
• Perform water testing, treatment, and compliance activities for boiler systems.
• Maintain operational logs, reports, equipment documentation, and respond to plant alarms and emergencies.

Our client, a leading facilities management and building operations company, is seeking a Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator to join their team. As a Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator, you will be part of the Central Energy Plant Operations Team supporting the Plant Operations and Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, attention to safety, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Mechanical Technician - Senior Operator (Operator B / Operator A / Senior Operator)
Location: Andover, MA.
Pay Range: The ranges below are negotiable

• 1st Class Stationary Engineer License: $48.57/hour
• 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License: $47.32/hour
• Class C / 3rd Class Stationary Engineer License: $39.42/hour

What's the Job?

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-pressure steam and hot water boilers.
• Operate and maintain centrifugal chillers, steam turbines, and cogeneration equipment.
• Monitor building automation systems, utility monitoring systems, and control room operations.
• Perform water testing, treatment, and compliance activities for boiler systems.
• Maintain operational logs, reports, equipment documentation, and respond to plant alarms and emergencies.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Active Massachusetts 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Class Stationary Engineer License (Fireman License does not qualify).
• Experience operating boilers, chillers, steam systems, and utility plant equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, CMMS systems, and industrial plant operations.

What's in it for me?

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Additional Details

• Night Shift: 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM
• Week 1: Monday-Wednesday
• Week 2: Monday-Thursday
• 7 total 12-hour shifts per two-week pay period
• Onsite parking available
• Phone interview with Hiring Manager followed by onsite interview
• Candidate converts to a permanent employee after approximately 31 days to comply with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) requirements.