Utility Plant Operator 2 - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Lackawanna County, PA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Plant Operator 2 operates and maintains Clarks Summit State Hospital’s central steam generating plant and related equipment to provide safe, reliable steam heat and hot water services. The role monitors plant operations, performs maintenance and repairs, and supports utility plant staff while responding to changing operational needs across all shifts. The operator works independently and helps ensure reliable utility service throughout the hospital campus. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with scheduled hours of 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM and rotating weekends and holidays. Overtime and travel for training may be required as needed. Telework is not available. A shift differential of $1.15 per hour applies when independently operating boiler plant systems during the 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM or 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shifts.

Requirements

  • One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • One year of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six months of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment.
  • Possession of an active Class C motor vehicle license.
  • Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement and be able to perform the essential job functions.
  • A conditional offer requires a medical examination and satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police and FBI clearances.

Responsibilities

  • Start, operate, adjust, monitor, and shut down boilers and auxiliary equipment to meet facility demands.
  • Inspect, maintain, lubricate, troubleshoot, and repair boilers, pumps, valves, gauges, and related systems.
  • Review gauges, meters, computer-generated data, and control systems to identify issues and maintain efficient operations.
  • Conduct water testing, evaluate results, and apply appropriate treatment methods to support boiler performance.
  • Follow operating permits, safety procedures, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
  • Lead lower-level staff and perform general maintenance activities.
  • Operate emergency generators and assist with additional facility operations as needed.

Benefits

  • Shift differential of $1.15 per hour when independently operating boiler plant systems during the 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM or 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM shifts.
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