Ft Bliss - Lead Boiler Operator

Yulista Solutions•Fort Bliss, TX

12h

About The Position

The Lead Boiler Operator will oversee the day-to-day operation efficient operation, maintenance, and safety high- and low-pressure boiler systems, steam distribution, while leading a team of operators to ensure 24/7 shift coverage. The position requires strict adherence to National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) and ASME standards, utilizing DMLSS/LogiCole for preventative maintenance tracking and assisting in service order preparation.

Requirements

3 years’ experience in a healthcare or similar regulated industrial setting as a Boiler Operator or Stationary Engineer.
High school diploma/GED or higher education.
Valid Driver’s License.
Qualified Boiler Operator Certification or equivalent accredited technical training (e.g., A.S. degree in related field or completion of an accredited Apprenticeship) .
Knowledge of NFPA, TJC, and local/state boiler codes.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, work in temperatures ranging from 10°F to 120°F, and enter confined spaces like pits or crawl spaces.
Must pass a background check for military installation access.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of BAS building automation systems, steam systems, and high-pressure gas/liquid safety.
Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems using electronics and software.
Ability to fabricate items using hand and power tools and perform repairs in cramped equipment rooms.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain central plant boilers, furnaces, and water heaters to ensure proper steam pressure and water temperature.
Assign and close out scheduled and unscheduled work requests.
Lead shift operations by managing 24/7 365 shift coverage.
Perform scheduled maintenance on safety valves and devices in accordance with ASME Sections I and IV.
Support annual boiler tuning and combustion analysis to optimize fuel efficiency and meet environmental standards.
Take water samples, perform chemical tests, and treat boiler feed water to prevent scale and corrosion.
Overhaul and service pumps, valves, and mechanical components related to the steam distribution system.
Maintain accurate logs of boiler operations, inspections, and water treatment results in DMLSS/LogiCole.
Identify failures and accurately determine time and materials required for boiler repairs to support service order estimate generation.
Strictly follow OSHA rules, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for all high-pressure system tasks.
All other duties as assigned.