Power Plant Operator

Job Description Central Utility Plant Operator – Ensure Reliability and Safety for Critical Infrastructure Job Overview: Company: Superior Central Boiler Salary/Pay Rate: $32 to $40 per hour plus Annual and Performance Bonuses Location: King of Prussia, PA (Travel Required) Job/Employment Type: Full Time Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, and Federal Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License The Opportunity : You will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Central Utility Plant and its associated equipment across high-stakes environments. Supporting client sites throughout New Jersey and adjacent regional routes, you will drive operational continuity, lead preventive maintenance efforts, and safeguard continuous utility delivery for essential commercial, industrial, and federal facilities. How You Will Make an Impact: Continuously monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Building Management Systems (BMS), assessing pressures, temperatures, BTUs, and critical system trends. Investigate alarms and abnormal conditions, initiate and coordinate corrective action, verify resolution, and document findings. Perform daily boiler water testing and chemistry checks to ensure proper treatment. Inspect high-pressure boilers, burners, controls, Low Water Cut-Off (LWCO) devices, safety valves, and combustion conditions. Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and operational inspections on chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, feedwater pumps, deaerator tanks, and dealkalizers. Monitor fire alarm initiating devices and supervisory signals, communicating issues per facility protocols. Conduct routine plant rounds, record operating data, manage work orders, and maintain complete daily operating logs. Enforce strict compliance with OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and facility safety standards. Required Qualifications & Experience: Valid driver's license. 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in high-pressure boiler plant or central utility plant operations. Practical knowledge of steam/hot-water generation, chilled-water systems, water-treatment processes, pumps, and compressors. Familiarity with BAS/BMS platforms, fire alarm panels, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Demonstrated proficiency in boiler water testing, chemical treatment, and mechanical troubleshooting. Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office suite and digital work-order systems. Preferred Qualifications & Experience: High School Diploma or GED. Applicable New Jersey Boiler Operator License (Black Seal, Blue Seal, Red Seal, or Gold Seal). Philadelphia Engineer license or equivalent regional certification. Comprehensive background operating multi-craft utility infrastructure (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, deaerators). Compensation & Benefits: Competitive weekly pay cycle with overtime potential and annual or performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside a Health Savings Account (HSA). 401(k) retirement savings program featuring competitive employer matching. Generous paid time off covering designated holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Company vehicle, uniforms, tech package (smartphone/tablet), and safety gear provided. Access to paid training, safety/technical certifications (OSHA, Fall Protection, Lifts), and a personal tool replacement program. About Us : Superior Central Boiler is a full-service, field-first organization specializing in boiler sales, installation, service, and operations. We prioritize the technicians and operators who support our customers face-to-face on a daily basis across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. Superior Central Boiler is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a