Per Diem Boiler Operator

Boiler Plant OperatorReporting to the Mechanical Plant Supervisor, this position is responsible for all Boiler Plant duties. Incumbent has been trained and demonstrates a high level of proficiency in the safe, economical operation of all Boiler and Chiller plant equipment and auxiliaries. Fires, operates, controls, maintains and repairs high pressure boiler and steam generating systems, including auxiliary equipment to provide and control a continuous and efficient supply of steam to heat and power Hospital systems and equipment. Boilers may be fired by natural gas or fuel oil. Performs scheduled tours, inspect and documentation of Boiler room to observe operating conditions of equipment, meters and gauges to insure that operation is in accordance with specified function or instructions.Compensation Pay Range: $45.77 - $45.77Essential FunctionsCalculates materials needed and develops materials lists.Performs planned/preventative maintenance (PM) to Boiler Plant equipment and auxiliary systems.Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the unit/Manager's notes/Examples: Performs corrective type maintenance based on Work Order Request assignments and deficiencies noted during tours.Must be eligible for overtime status. Is able to work reasonable extended hours to accomplish priority repairs and to fill-in for disaster, vacation or illness coverage.Performs other duties as assigned.Communicates with, advises and trains other nonexempt personnel, provides guidance to other departments, contractors and regulatory inspectors.Working from Work Order Request forms, verbal instructions or detailed specifications, diagrams, sketches or plans, coordinates activities with other hospital trade sections to expedite work.Provides for the safety of department employees.Non-Essential FunctionsOther duties as required.Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the unit/Manager's notes/Examples: Performs corrective type maintenance based on Work Order Request assignments and deficiencies noted during tours.Performs minor additions and alterations type maintenance to the Power Plant. At the direction of the Power Plant Supervisor, assists with project work.Assists in limited snow removal and sanding operations. Is expected to assist in limited snow removal and sanding/salting of hospital grounds to maintain a safe environment and to assist outside contracted services in removal of snow.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum Education - Preferred: High School or Vocational School graduateMinimum Work Experience: Three (3) years' boiler room/steam plant operation and maintenance experience.Required Licenses / Registrations: 1st Class Fireman or greater (1st, 2nd or 3rd Engineer) license required.Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities: Has demonstrated understanding of Power Plant Systems concepts in addition to individual equipment operation, with demonstrated experience with chiller and air conditioning systems. South Shore Health