Req#: R33592
Category(s): Trades/Engineering/Facilities, Facilities
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First

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

SCHEDULE:

Full-Time 40 hours a week Swing shift

LOCATION:

Baystate Medical Center 759 Chestnut Street Springfield, MA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Massachusetts Fireman Class II License

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases Continuing education support and reimbursement First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages Farm Share Memberships 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service. Free money coach advice from a certified professional Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health. Pet, home, auto and personal insurance Life insurance Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more! Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff.  We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.  

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY:

We offer competitive total compensation packages that include pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. Our compensation offers consider a wide range of factors including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. Compensation offers do not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

For more information, please visit us online at: baystatehealthjobs.com or interact with us socially at facebook.com/BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers

All correspondence can be directed to:

Cole Courtemanche, Healthcare Recruiter

cole.courtemanche@baystatehealth.org

Summary: 

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.

Job Responsibilities: 

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 Experience: 

Boiler operating experience

Preferred Work Experience: 

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

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Fireman License – Class II – Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire ServiceCommonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire Service

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.

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