Boiler Plant Supervisor

The Boiler Plant Supervisor (Mid-Level) is responsible for managing the daily operation, maintenance, and personnel of the boiler plant to ensure the reliable, safe, and efficient generation of steam and/or hot water. This role includes supervising boiler operators, coordinating planned maintenance, enforcing safety and compliance standards, and optimizing system performance for production or building operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Boiler Plant Operations

• Supervise and participate in the daily operation of high- and low-pressure steam and hot water boiler systems, including feedwater systems, combustion controls, fuel systems, and pressure relief devices.

• Monitor system performance via control systems (e.g., SCADA or BMS) and field inspections.

• Ensure proper startup, operation, and shutdown procedures are followed during all shifts.

2. Maintenance Oversight

• Schedule and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities for boilers and auxiliary equipment.

• Coordinate with maintenance teams and contractors for planned shutdowns, inspections, and repairs.

• Maintain boiler logs, maintenance records, and equipment service documentation.

3. Team Supervision

• Lead a team of boiler operators and plant technicians, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring shift coverage.

• Train personnel on standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety practices, and emergency response.

• Evaluate staff performance and provide input on hiring, training, and development.

4. Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, and state/local boiler regulations.

• Conduct routine plant inspections to identify and mitigate safety hazards or non-conformances.

• Prepare for and support regulatory inspections, including annual boiler certifications and emissions testing.

5. Operational Efficiency & Optimization

• Analyze operating data to identify opportunities for improving plant efficiency, fuel consumption, and system reliability.

• Implement energy conservation initiatives and support sustainability efforts.

• Troubleshoot abnormal conditions and resolve process interruptions quickly.

6. Emergency Preparedness

• Respond to system alarms, boiler failures, or safety incidents in coordination with the engineering and EHS teams.

• Serve as the on-call supervisor for urgent situations outside of regular hours (as needed).

Focus Areas:

• High-pressure steam systems and controls

• Boiler water treatment and chemical dosing

• Burner management and flame safeguard systems

• Deaerators, economizers, condensate recovery systems

• Compliance: ASME, OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and local mechanical codes

• CMMS systems and plant performance monitoring tools

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Mechanical Engineering, Power Plant Operations, HVAC, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)

• 5–8 years of experience in boiler plant operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role

• Valid Boiler Operator License (First Class, Stationary Engineer, or per local/state requirement)

• Proficient in interpreting schematics, P&IDs, and control logic diagrams

• Familiar with CMMS software, SCADA/BMS systems, and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Certifications:

• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code familiarity

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – optional

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification

• NFPA 85 (Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code) training