Contract Boiler Operator Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

This job posting is for a Teya contract at Ft. Belvoir, VA and is primarily for the purposes of contact incumbent onboarding. Current employees of BASOPS Contract at Ft. Belvoir, VA are encouraged to apply; all hiring and onboarding is done electronically.

Please note that the current CBA is under review and negotiation at this time; your employment will be subject to any final CBA that is agreed upon between the union and the Company. Once finalized, a copy of the CBA will be provided by your supervisor or site leadership.

Position Description:

The Boiler Tender/Operatoris responsible forthe safe, efficient, and continuous operation, monitoring, maintenance, and repair of boiler systems and associated auxiliary equipment. The positionensuressteam, hot water, and heating systems operate in compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and operational standards. The Boiler Tender/Operator performs routine inspections, adjusts controls,maintainsoperating logs, and responds to system malfunctions to support uninterrupted facility operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

Operate andmonitorboilers, steam generators, hot water systems, and associated equipment.

Start up, shut down, and regulate boiler operations according to established procedures.

Monitor gauges, meters, control panels, and computerized building management systems to ensure proper operation.

Maintain proper boiler water chemistry and perform water treatment testing and adjustments.

Conduct routine inspections of boilers, pumps, valves, burners, fuel systems, piping, and auxiliary equipment.

Identifyand troubleshoot operational issues and equipment malfunctions.

Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on boilers and related systems.

Maintainaccurateoperating logs, maintenance records, and inspection reports.

Respond to emergency situations involving steam, hot water, fuel, or pressure systems.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local codes, and facility safety requirements.

Coordinate with maintenance personnel and contractors during repairs and outages.

Maintain housekeeping standards in boiler plant and mechanical spaces.

Assistwith energy conservation and efficiency initiatives.

Support facility operations during scheduled and unscheduled utility interruptions.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or GEDrequired.

Minimum of 2-5 years of experience operating commercial, industrial, or institutional boiler systems.

Boiler Operator License or Stationary Engineer License (where required by state or local regulations).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of steam generation, combustion systems, fuel delivery systems, and water treatment processes.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and operating procedures.

Proficiencywith computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation systems (BAS)preferred.

Knowledge of boiler operation principles, pressure systems, and combustion controls.

Understanding ofsafety procedures related to high-pressure steam and hot water systems.

Ability to diagnose mechanical and operational problems.

Experience in O&M to includesupportof a work force thatis responsible forO&M and repair of all facility systems, subsystems, and selected equipment typically found in a Base Operating Services contract.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Must be able to pass a company drug screen and background check. Mustpossessa valid state driver's license andinsurabledriving record.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent (33-66%): Stand, Walk, Sit, Handling/Fingering
• Occasional (up to 33%): Reach Outward, Reach Above Shoulder, Climb, Squat/Kneel, Bend
• Not Applicable: Crawl

Lift/Carry Requirements

• Up to 10 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 25 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 50 lbs - Occasional
• More than 50 lbs - Not Applicable

Push/Pull Requirements

• Up to 10 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 25 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 50 lbs - Occasional
• More than 50 lbs - Not Applicable

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

Additional Position Duties:

This position description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Other duties may be assigned, and the company reserves the right to modify, interpret, and apply the job description as necessary. This position description is not a contract for employment and employment is "at-will" unless otherwise stated in a Union contract, employment agreement, or where prohibited by local, state, or federal regulations.

EEO Statement:

It is the company's policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude, and experience, to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work-related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status. When applicable, the company's policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force, and benefits. It is the company's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodation, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.