Boiler Operator

Radford University • Radford, VA

2d • $38,000 - $48,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Monitor, operate, and maintain boilers, associated equipment, and steam tunnels. Maintain plant chemistry within established guidelines and ensure plant security, efficiency, and cleanliness. The position is designated as essential/emergency personnel and requires rotating shifts to support operations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as well as responding to after-hours call-ins and plant emergencies. The role is based at Radford University’s Main Campus in the FM Power Plant. The normal work schedule is rotating shifts, and the position is 40 hours per week for 12 months per year.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical skills and ability to perform mechanical repairs.
• Ability to maintain accurate logs, reports, and records, analyze results, and make adjustments.
• Valid driver's license.
• Prompt arrival to work is required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn a complex steam heating system.
• Ability to work rotating shifts supporting operations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and respond to after-hours call-ins and plant emergencies.
• Mechanical, plumbing, or boiler experience required.
• Must include a resume and cover letter with the application.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-pressure steam, hot environments, and tight places.
• Experience with shift work and responding to on-call situations.
• Mechanical, plumbing, or boiler experience is also identified as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain boilers, associated equipment, and steam tunnels.
• Maintain plant chemistry within established guidelines.
• Ensure plant security, efficiency, and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and records; analyze results and make adjustments.
• Keep the power plant and steam tunnels neat and workmanlike.
• Respond to after-hours call-ins and plant emergencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed