Utility Plant Operator 2 - Warren State Hospital (2nd Shift)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Warren (Warren County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Warren State Hospital is seeking a skilled Utility Plant Operator 2 to manage a high-pressure boiler plant and ensure reliable heating and hot water across the facility.

This role requires mechanical expertise, steady attention, and the ability to perform preventive maintenance while working a 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM schedule with rotating weekends in Warren, Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 or equivalent
• One year of semi-skilled work in operation, maintenance, or repair of utility plant systems
• Equivalent combination of experience and training includes six months in related work

Responsibilities

• Boiler operation: start up and shut down boilers, monitor gauges and controls
• Water testing: collect samples, test water quality, treat systems
• Equipment maintenance: maintain boilers, pumps, motors, traps, and related systems
• Emergency response: perform manual fire horn operations and urgent repairs
• Plant upkeep: preventive maintenance, clean areas, follow safety procedures
• Shift coverage: rotate shifts for continuous monitoring

Skills

Operator 1 experience

Semi-skilled plant work

Industrial utility systems

Job description

Salary

$44,273.00 - $66,055.00 Annually

Location

Warren County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-57744-97120

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Warren St Hosp

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

97120

Position Number

00078733

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00210974

Bureau / Division

Warren State Hospital

Worksite Address

33 Main Drive

City

Warren, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16365

Contact Name

Talent Management Division

THE POSITION

Step into an essential role as a Utility Plant Operator 2, where your mechanical expertise directly supports secure, uninterrupted operations. This position gives you the chance to work with advanced technology and critical plant equipment to deliver reliable heating and hot water across the entire facility. If you are looking for a dependable, purpose-driven position where your technical problem-solving and dedication truly matter, bring you skills to our team.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on the safe and efficient operation of a modern high-pressure boiler plant at Warren State Hospital. The role requires mechanical skill, steady attention, and the ability to maintain and repair vital plant systems. As a Utility Plant Operator 2, you will perform the following duties:

• 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

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with a rotating schedule including every other weekend.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.