Boiler Plant Operator

Boiler Plant OperatorDuties include but are not limited to:Operates, maintains and repairs boilersPerforms work involving mechanical skill to troubleshoot, repair, service and determine the cause of malfunctionsConduct functional and performance tests on completed workDiagnose, repair, and overhaul various auxiliary equipmentMaintain, repair and install various types of technically complex heavy duty type valves and equipmentOperates, maintains and repairs boilers and associated equipmentWork Schedule: M-S, shift work/variable schedulePosition Description Title/PD#: Boiler Plant Operator/PD14448APhysical Requirements: Frequently work in confined or hot and dusty areas in and around boilers and equipment. Requires moderate to strenuous effort and long periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and crouching. Frequently lift and carry boiler parts and chemical supplies weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. Occasionally, and with assistance, carries items weighing over 40 pounds. Works from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and elevated catwalks. Work may be at or above ground level. Submits to an annual physical examination (VA handbook 5019, part II, Appendix A, paragraph 4).Working Conditions: Works inside and outside at heights up to 50 feet. Subject to extreme temperature changes from a +105 to a -40 degrees. Subject to high noise level which requires wearing of hearing protection. Work dirty, greasy, hot, cold and wet. Employee is subject to cuts, bruises, traffic hazards and is exposed to danger from boiler explosion, high temperature water and steam lines, electrical shock, falls, burns, scalds, chemicals, broken bones, explosive chemical, gas and oil fumes. Other significant facts: Incumbent must report for work during periods of hazardous road and weather conditions. Work is performed on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year basis. Incumbent could be subjected to hazards normally encountered in the trade. This position requires working rotating shifts and overtime.