Boiler Plant Operator

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

Keep the Heart of the Hospital Running 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. What You’ll Do 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. Key responsibilities include: 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 What We’re Looking For Required: 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 You’ll thrive here if you are: 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 Physical & Work Environment This role involves standing, walking, climbing, bending, lifting, and working around high-temperature equipment and hazardous materials. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and sustained focus are essential for success in this position Caring for our Team We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date . Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance , as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind. Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals. Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth . Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay . Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

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
• Strong working knowledge of boiler and chiller plant operations

Nice To Haves

• Grade 2 preferred
• 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

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance , as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED