CO
ColbySTOC Steam Plant Operator (On-Call)
Read straight from Colby's careers page, verified 3d ago.Seekless can tailor your résumé to it.
Seekless can write your résumé for this posting first.
Before you apply
LocationColby College
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentSteam Plant - JM
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedMar 30, 2026 · 7mo ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Maine State High Pressure Boiler Operators license required
Mechanical ability to operate, maintain, and service mechanical equipment and systems used in high pressure steam plants
Ability to operate and maintain Biomass and Natural Gas Boilers and controls, fans, pumps, and similar equipment
Job Description
Department:
Steam Plant - JM
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:
This is an on-call, as required position without benefits. The position requires the ability to operate high pressure boilers, turbine generator, and auxiliary equipment. All employees are responsible for providing a comfortable environment for other Colby College residents and staff. This position reports to the Engineer in charge of the Central Steam Plant.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
•
High school diploma or equivalent required.
•
A Maine State High Pressure Boiler Operators license required.
•
Mechanical ability to operate, maintain, and service of the mechanical equipment and systems used in high pressure steam plants.
•
Ability to operate and maintain Biomass and Natural Gas Boilers and controls, fans, pumps, and similar equipment.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•
Perform all work in a prompt, neat, and careful manner that displays common sense, planning and thoughtfulness.
•
Maintain tools, equipment, and mechanical areas in a neat and clean condition.
•
Work in a positive, cooperative manner with other departmental personnel and the Colby community.
•
To notify and / or obtain advice from the Engineer in Charge or call for assistance as may be appropriate in any situation.
•
Test condition of the boiler water as directed.
•
Read and record steam plant data hourly.
•
Monitor, record, and control opacity emissions in accordance with Colby directives and the State of Maine DEP and federal regulations.
•
Operate, change, and clean burners.
•
Operate soot blowers.
•
Perform routine preventive maintenance and other repairs as directed.
•
Perform all other task, and duties as directed by the Engineer in Charge
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
General indoor and outdoor campus environment. Duties require that employees interact with students, faculty and staff.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Position involves some sitting, though frequent movement is necessary. Walking, standing, bending, twisting, and considerable lifting is often required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand wrist motion is also necessary. Ability to enter confined spaces per Colby safety polices.
STANDARDS:
Employee will be required to dress and conduct themselves appropriately in accordance with Colby College polices.