Boiler Plant Operator

Keep the Heart of the Hospital Running
Behind every safe surgery, warm patient room, and sterile instrument is a highly skilled professional ensuring our systems never miss a beat. As a
Boiler Plant Operator
, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our hospital running safely, efficiently, and around the clock.
If you take pride in precision, safety, and being the expert others rely on—you’ll feel right at home here.
What You’ll Do
Under the direction of the Facilities Engineering Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and inspection of our central energy plant and boiler systems. Your work ensures a continuous supply of steam for heating, equipment power, and sterilization—supporting patient care every single day.
Key responsibilities include:
Performing routine rounds of the central energy plant and documenting operational readings
Monitoring, troubleshooting, and responding to system malfunctions
Conducting daily water chemistry testing and making necessary adjustments
Preparing boilers for annual inspections and ensuring code compliance
Performing preventive and corrective maintenance with detailed documentation
Serving as a first responder for Facilities Engineering during off-hours
Coordinating vendor access through the control room
Supporting overall plant operations and safety initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
plus
formal training in boiler plant operation or maintenance
Minimum
6 years
of boiler plant experience (8 years preferred)
Extensive experience in Boiler Plant operations and maintenance
Maryland Stationary Engineer’s License
required
.
Grade 2 preferred
Strong working knowledge of boiler and chiller plant operations
You’ll thrive here if you are:
Safety-focused and detail-oriented
Comfortable working independently when needed
Reliable under pressure and confident responding to system issues
Proud of maintaining critical infrastructure that supports patient care
Physical & Work Environment
This role involves standing, walking, climbing, bending, lifting, and working around high-temperature equipment and hazardous materials. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and sustained focus are essential for success in this position
Caring for our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the
first of the month following your hire date
.
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes
company-paid life insurance
, as well as
short- and long-term disability
benefits to provide peace of mind.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
A
generous PTO program
designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a
robust company match
to support your long-term financial goals.
Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your
continued learning and career growth
.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Options to
save pre-tax dollars
for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Shift Differential Pay
Team members working
evening, night, or weekend shifts
may be eligible for
additional pay
.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.