Utility Plant Operator ; Swing Shift - South Mountain Restoration Center

Position Overview

Utility Plant Operator 2 at the Department of Human Services South Mountain Restoration Center. Responsible for operating and maintaining steam generating boilers, ensuring daily steam production, and supporting safe operation of plant equipment.

• Operate and maintain steam generating boilers to meet demand.
• Monitor pumps, fans, compressors, and related equipment for proper function.
• Test water softness and chemical levels; adjust chemicals within required limits.
• Record plant operating conditions and maintain usage and production logs.
• Perform repairs, install equipment, and complete preventive maintenance assignments.
• Operate emergency generator systems and drive state vehicles to collect needed parts or supplies.

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Relief Operator swing shift: 1st (7am‑3pm), 2nd (3pm‑11pm), 3rd (11pm‑7am);
  Sunday–Saturday with rotating days off; no unpaid lunch break.
• Overtime as needed.
• No telework.
• Salary determined after qualifications assessment.

• One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 or equivalent.
• Or one year of semi‑skilled work experience in operation, maintenance, or repair of utility plant systems.
• Or equivalent combination of experience and training, including at least six months of semi‑skilled work experience.
• Active Class C motor vehicle license.
• Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Conditional offer requires medical examination.
• Position falls under Older Adult Protective Services Act requiring criminal background verification.

Qualified veterans are preferred per Pennsylvania law. Employment preference for veterans is available.

TRS (711) available for hearing and speech disabilities.

• Application serves as written exam; no separate test center exam.
• Score based on supplemental questions; valid only for this posting.
• Must submit complete, accurate information.
• Results will be communicated via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and does not discriminate on race, color, religion, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other protected categories. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.