Boiler Plant Operator

Meritus Health•Hagerstown, MD

8h•$58,656 - $87,298•Onsite

About The Position

Behind every safe surgery, warm patient room, and sterile instrument is a highly skilled professional ensuring our systems never miss a beat. As a Boiler Plant Operator, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our hospital running safely, efficiently, and around the clock. If you take pride in precision, safety, and being the expert others rely on—you’ll feel right at home here. Under the direction of the Facilities Engineering Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and inspection of our central energy plant and boiler systems. Your work ensures a continuous supply of steam for heating, equipment power, and sterilization—supporting patient care every single day.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent plus formal training in boiler plant operation or maintenance
Minimum 6 years of boiler plant experience (8 years preferred)
Extensive experience in Boiler Plant operations and maintenance
Maryland Stationary Engineer’s License required. Grade 2 preferred
Strong working knowledge of boiler and chiller plant operations

Nice To Haves

Safety-focused and detail-oriented
Comfortable working independently when needed
Reliable under pressure and confident responding to system issues
Proud of maintaining critical infrastructure that supports patient care

Responsibilities

Performing routine rounds of the central energy plant and documenting operational readings
Monitoring, troubleshooting, and responding to system malfunctions
Conducting daily water chemistry testing and making necessary adjustments
Preparing boilers for annual inspections and ensuring code compliance
Performing preventive and corrective maintenance with detailed documentation
Serving as a first responder for Facilities Engineering during off-hours
Coordinating vendor access through the control room
Supporting overall plant operations and safety initiatives