About the role
Baystate Health , a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), the region's only Level 1 trauma center, is looking for a Control Room/Boiler Operator to join the Facilities & Engineering team in Springfield, MA!
Baystate Health , a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), the region's only Level 1 trauma center, is looking for a Control Room/Boiler Operator to join the Facilities & Engineering team in Springfield, MA! Resume Required with Application
Full-Time 40 hours a week Swing shift LOCATION: Baystate Medical Center 759 Chestnut Street Springfield, MA
Massachusetts Fireman Class II License Benefits That Support You At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include: Competitive Pay &
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans. Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance , CEUs, and professional development opportunities. Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts. Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.
Additional
[Include only if applicable, such as on-site parking, shift differentials, etc.] About Baystate Health Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice .
Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve. Erika Whitworth, Healthcare Recruiter Erika. Whitworth@baystatehealth.org
Under the direction of the Supervisor Power Plant or designee, the control room/boiler operator is responsible for safely performing a combination of functions on an assigned shift, including, but not limited to, operating high-pressure steam boilers, gas turbine generators, HRSG heat recovery, and steam plant auxiliary equipment. Steam absorber and electric chiller operation and cooling tower control within the Cogen/power plant, as well as performing preventive maintenance as directed.
This description covers the essential functions of the position.
1) Operate the steam boilers, gas turbine generator and all auxiliary equipment to maintain the necessary Medical Center demands. 2) Monitor established operating parameters of the gas turbine generator/HRSG, stand-by steam boilers and associated plant equipment. Monitor off-site equipment via Web Control. 3) Assures that the Steam Absorber, Chillers, and related equipment are operating properly and efficiently. Checks and accurately records appropriate equipment-related information, checks the accuracy of meters, cleans chiller tubes, and collects chiller and condenser water samples for chemical level testing. 4) Maintains work area in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
Maintains cleanliness in assigned areas as indicated on the FPE Fireman's Weekly Duty List PM assigned to shift. 5) Operate the Power Plant and take appropriate actions to safeguard shift personnel and equipment when normal operating parameters are exceeded. Oversee the safe delivery of fuel to the plant. 6) Perform necessary tests to determine water purity and take necessary action to remedy as required. Must observe and follow all safety rules and regulations including, but not limited to, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, etc., as well as be familiar with chemical safety and Materials Safety Data Sheets. 7) Checks and records appropriate equipment-related information, maintains written log book, makes note of unusual or suspicious information per procedure, and contacts appropriate management personnel when necessary.
Ensures that all steam pressures are maintained appropriately. 8) Work in support of other trades as needed. 9) Must be capable of utilizing all power plant-related tools and equipment, as well as all computer-related systems. 10) Accurately and legibly records meter and oil tank readings on a daily basis. Calculates boiler efficiencies. Initiate actions necessary to improve operating efficiency of the plant facilities. 11) Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 12) Startup and shutdown of the boilers and equipment as directed, lubricate machinery and equipment as assigned. 13) Keep the manager of the Power Plant informed of all operational and safety issues as observed while performing operational duties.
Required Work
Boiler operating experience Preferred Work
Gas Turbine operating experience Skills and Competencies: 1) Must be able to operate high-pressure steam boilers safely and efficiently as well as a gas turbine generator 2) Must understand the elements of water treatment as it pertains to steam boilers 3) Must be able to do minor repairs as needed 4) Must be self-motivated and a self-starter
GED or HiSET (Required)
Fireman License - Class II - Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire ServiceCommonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire ServiceCommonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire Service Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range.
Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.
s are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $34.34 - $39.47 - $46.69 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.