Steam Fireman

Posting Number: 0601260

Position Title:

Steam Fireman

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Staff Term: 12 Months

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):
Days rotate 12pm-8pm

Department:
Power Plant

Under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer, perform all duties required to maintain and operate the College’s boilers, district steam systems and associated equipment.

• Operate all boilers, systems and associated equipment, including changing burners, taking on fuel deliveries, switching fuel oil tanks, cleaning strainers and performing water treatment testing as directed. Stand watch on assigned shift during the heating season and day shifts during summer break.
• Take and record data such as temperature, pressure and level. Determine if data is within operating range and take appropriate actions as necessary.
• Maintain all boilers, pumps, valves and other equipment in all condensate, feedwater, steam, fuel oil, natural gas and related systems. Ensure that all areas and equipment are kept clean and fully functional.
• Respond to emergencies, power failures or other plant upsets in a safe and efficient manner.
• Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals, must follow and use approved safety standards and precautions.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

• Second Class Massachusetts Boiler operators license

• Second Class License, Strong mechanical experience

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program. When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity.

All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $29/hr the actual salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience of the candidate hired.

Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift heavy objects.

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin,