Boiler Operator

Position Summary

Incumbent will train under the guidance of a journey worker who is a fully qualified UGA Central Steam Plant Operator. The employee will gain experience by acquainting themselves with foundational knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials related to boilers and steam production. Such experience involves familiarity of overall plant safety, boiler feedwater testing and treatment, operation, servicing and repair of high pressure steam boilers, pumps, motors, fuel oil and gas controls, emergency power generators, forced draft systems, safety devices, and electronic computer operated boiler controls.

Within no more than 4 years the employee is needed to become a fully qualified operator of the Central Steam Plant.

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on-the-job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Incumbent will undergo a rigorous training program designed to develop technical expertise and operational proficiency in complex boiler and steam plant systems. A strong commitment to safety and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.

• Ability to react quickly & calmly in emergencies
• Ability to read instruments
• Ability to maintain accurate records and interpret data
• Possess basic math skills
• Basic Interactive computer skills
• Familiarity with basic hand tools with ability to make basic repairs when necessary
• Ability to understand and comply with moderately complex oral and written instruction

• Stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, stoop, work with hands above head
• Work from a standard and/or extended ladder
• Lift up to 75 lbs. throughout a working shift
• Enter confined space
• Work in elevated ambient temperatures

• Operate High Pressure Boilers by adjusting Campus Load as Necessary – 50%
• Maintain Boiler Operating Data/Logs Relative to CSP SOP's & State/Fed Regulations – 30%
• Assist Maintenance Techs to make repairs to boiler/auxiliary equipment as needed – 10%

Recruitment Contact Name Don Larue – email hdlarue – phone

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).