Boiler Operator
About The Position
The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a Boiler Operator for our Facility Management division. The primary mission of Facility Management is to provide a safe and healthful work environment for employees and the public in a cost effective and energy efficient manner. This mission is accomplished by performing routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to state facilities owned by and allocated to the Department of Administration. The person in this position will maintain a continuous vigil while taking all steps necessary to maintain a steam output that will meet total demand. This position requires a thorough working knowledge of fuel oil and gas boilers.
Requirements
- One year of progressive experience in the performance of tasks associated with mechanical maintenance or boiler operation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid NC Driver's License. Out of State Applicants must have valid Driver's License and acquire NC Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
- Familiar with building, life and safety codes.
- Must be able to operate, adjust, and identify problems with support equipment.
- Must be able to react to changes in load demands as required, including during emergencies.
- Must be able to maintain a continuous vigil while taking all steps necessary to maintain a steam output that will meet total demand.
- Must have a thorough working knowledge of fuel oil and gas boilers.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a Boiler Operator.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and repairing boilers and boiler room auxiliary equipment such as pumps, steam and water valves, air compressors, steam traps and blowers.
- Monitoring load demands and starts or shuts down respective boilers to maintain the required steam output needed throughout the State Government Complex.
- Providing constant monitoring of all operation readings/controls and ensuring that all burner nozzles are kept clean during operations using Number 2 fuel oil.
- Ensuring that all controls, feed water, draft, etc., are maintained for optimum plant operation.
- Reacting to changes in load demands as required, including during emergencies.
- Operating, adjusting and identifying problems with support equipment.
- Monitoring chemical feed system for water treatment and making necessary test and adjustments to ensure correct chemical levels.
Benefits
- 12 annual paid holidays
- Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
- NC State Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
