Lead Boiler Plant Operator

Ensure proper feed water treatment of all assigned boilers to include proper chemical analysis and interpretation.

Familiar with boiler plant transmitters and knowledgeable in instrumentation controls.

Inspect steam tunnel transmitters and make repairs as directed.

Lubricate and perform preventative maintenance on boilers, associated equipment, safety devices, and appurtenant systems.

Maintain assigned tools; keep equipment and mechanical space in a neat, organized and clean non-hazardous environment.

Coordinate with vendors for required support, service, and material or supplies delivery.

Coordinate with risk management and engineering partners to maintain all required regulatory information.

Coordinate with service organizations to maintain all required inspections and regulatory certifications of equipment.

Maintain calibration log sheets.

Maintain logs, records, and all safety testing information.

Maintain system flow and differential pressure transmitters.

Maintain, repair, inspect, repack, and/or lubricate condensate return systems, steam traps, PR valves, heat exchangers, steam piping, condensate piping and other steam and boiler related appurtenances.

Maintain, troubleshoot, and operate fire eye controllers and other boiler control devices.

Monitor air for confined space entry.

Operate boilers manually when automatic controls not available or malfunctioning.

Operate computer system for boiler and administrative purposes.

Paint boiler and related equipment as needed.

Regenerate chemical tanks and runs all required water tests on boiler water, return and soft water.

Regenerate water softeners and dealkalizers.

Repack and/or rebuild valves, pumps, etc.

Re-pipe boilers and related equipment as needed.

Requisition of materials and parts.

Start boilers from cold position to bring to full operating pressure and place on line; removes from line and secures.

Inspect and investigate irregularities of steam distribution and condensate return system components on campus.

Use the computerized monitoring system and generate miscellaneous trends for system troubleshooting.

Work with boiler PLC controls to adjust programs as needed for steam delivery.

Understand proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.

Maintain safety, health, and quality standards and comply with various regulations in all duties and responsibilities.

Report to immediate supervisor.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.