Boiler Plant Operator @ CO

Boiler Plant Operator

National Renewable Energy Laboratory, NREL

https://nrel.gov

Golden, CO

Yes

Associates Degree

55,400 – 91,400

Yes

Relocation Assistance

Boiler Plant Operator Apply Boiler Plant Operator Apply locations Golden, CO time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: October 28, 2024 (17 days left to apply) job requisition id R13105 Posting Title Boiler Plant Operator . Location CO – Golden . Position Type Regular . Hours Per Week 40 . Working at NREL The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation’s primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes. NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves. Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet. We invite all interested candidates to apply for this opportunity. While we recognize that job seekers may hesitate if they don’t meet every requirement, we encourage dedicated individuals who meet all the basic and additional required qualifications of the role to submit an application. We value the opportunity to consider those who believe they have the necessary skills and ambition to succeed at NREL. Job Description Be a part of a world-class research laboratory at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) as a Boiler Plant Operator for the Renewable Fuels Heating Plant (RFHP). As a team member in NREL’s Office of Site Operations, Maintenance group you will operate the RFHP facility and it’s equipment under limited supervision. The RFHP was built in 2008 on the South Table Mountain Campus to use renewable wood residue fuel to power a secondary heating plant. In this role you will be responsible for all day-to-day operations, performance, maintenance, and repair tasks associated with the RFHP and it’s equipment. You will also assist with the facility maintenance of other facilities at the laboratory in addition to the RFHP, as assigned. Primary job functions: Support continuous RFHP operations, and all maintenance activities prioritizing on safe operations that comply with all applicable regulations and NREL policies and procedures. Ensure safety is always a priority and continually manage the facilities’ level of environmental emissions. Perform operations tasks at facility specifications including continual or periodic equipment monitoring, and manual and automated building controls adjustments required to achieve facility and energy conservation performance requirements. Maintain wood chip boiler, fuel storage pit, fuel augers and other handling components, conveyors, sensors, air locks, fans, ash system, and associated instrumentation and controls. Must be able to read and interpret original manufacturer’s equipment specifications, CAD drawings, operating procedures and other instructions to ensure safe operations and achieve facility and energy conservation performance requirements. Inspect and sample the quality of the wood fuel supply. Inspect all boiler controls and combustion equipment and related systems for conformance with operational standards. Observe and record boiler controls, gauges and other operating data, and make necessary adjustments to fuel and airflow and other inputs to maximize RFHP system performance and detect operating issues. Troubleshoot energy and facility performance issues and related mechanical and equipment issues. Working with the RFHP’s Environmental Services Contractor as necessary, identify and resolve all plant performance or equipment issues. Oversee annual system shutdown and associated facility cleaning and preventative maintenance, as well as annual system start-up and associated inspections and verifications of system parameters. Perform minor fitting and other plumbing repairs such as tightening joints and related housekeeping of the plant. Procure necessary spare parts, and materials including working with Procurement to secure the required amounts and quality of the wood residue fuel source. Record and compile plant operational and maintenance data by completing forms, logs including preventative maintenance logs, and other reports. Receive outage calls and call-in necessary personnel during outages and emergencies. Participate on cross-functional teams for special tasks and projects, and other projects and duties as assigned. . Basic Qualifications Relevant Associate’s Degree or certification program of comparable scope in construction, mechanical or electrical technology and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Full knowledge of general maintenance. Basic knowledge of facility systems and mechanical, electrical and pneumatic equipment. Basic troubleshooting skills. Ability to read blueprints. Basic project administration skills. Very good team and interpersonal skills. * Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date. Additional Required Qualifications Candidates must be very safety conscious and work well independently with limited supervision. Able to enhance and develop processes to comply with applicable DOE Orders, OSHA standards, and all NREL environmental, safety, health, and quality requirements. Completion of a trade or vocational program, able to operate tools and equipment typically acquired from such trade/vocational programs, or Journeyman level experience in mechanical and plumbing, including knowledge of machines and tools including their uses, maintenance and repair. Must be able to work from ladders and scaffolds, and capable of physical activity. Knowledge of boilers, pumps, and associated systems and equipment. Analytical ability for understanding and interpreting building system documents and drawings. Proficient with standard office business products including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Preferred Qualifications Completion of accredited Boiler Operator program preferred.

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