What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boiler Operator/Mechanic position at Expedite Technology Solutions LLC?
We are seeking a Boiler Operator / Building Engineer to support operations within a high-pressure boiler room located at a facility. The position works primarily independently and is separate from day-to-day hospital staff operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining boiler and building systems, conducting routine visual inspections, checking gauges and water levels, monitoring water chemistry, and responding quickly to equipment or safety concerns.
Work Environment
- Hospital-based high-pressure boiler room environment.
- Primarily independent work.
- Candidate will occasionally escort vendors and contractors.
- Strong emphasis on safety, attention to detail, and quick response to high-pressure situations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine visual inspections of boiler room equipment and building systems.
- Monitor and check equipment gauges, water levels, and water chemical levels.
- Operate and monitor boiler and utility systems safely and efficiently.
- Learn and follow startup, maintenance, and shutdown procedures for plant equipment and utility systems.
- Monitor and maintain water supply systems, boilers, cooling towers, reverse osmosis systems, and related equipment.
- Monitor water chemistry and make appropriate adjustments to optimize equipment performance.
- Operate the plant's PAC/computer control system after receiving appropriate training.
- Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on mechanical, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and building systems as assigned.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to equipment issues, alarms, and high-pressure situations.
- Maintain accurate and timely operational and maintenance logs.
- Notify supervisors immediately of equipment problems, safety concerns, or abnormal operating conditions.
- Assist with inspections and emergency repairs as needed.
- Escort vendors and contractors when required.
- Keep boiler room and plant facilities clean, organized, and safe.
- Follow all established safety procedures and report safety issues immediately.
- Manage multiple priorities and complete other duties assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- High Pressure Boiler Steam License – Required.
- High school diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training is a plus.
- 1–2 years of related experience preferred.
- Previous high-pressure boiler experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong safety awareness and ability to react quickly in high-pressure situations.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and logs.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Previous experience operating or maintaining high-pressure boiler systems.
- Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
- Experience with water treatment and water chemistry.
- Experience with cooling towers and reverse osmosis systems.
- Familiarity with CMMS/work order systems.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Universal CFC certification is preferred.
Understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and basic mathematics
Pay: $33.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- are you comfortable with this schedule
Rotating, day to night, 8 hr shifts, 5 on, 2 off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Boiler Operator : 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Boiler License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33 - $34