Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Documentation, Emergency Response, English Language, Facilities Engineering, Hospital, Infection Control, Leadership, Life Safety Systems, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), OSHA, On Call, Operational Support, Operations, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Patient Care, People Management, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Implementation, Property Management, Pumps, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Startup, Sterilization, Technical Operations, Truck Driver, Water Quality Testing, Water Supply
Boiler & Chiller Supervisor (Hospital Central Utility Plant)
Position Summary
Lean Synergy Solutions is seeking a Boiler & Chiller Supervisor responsible for the safe, continuous operation of high-pressure steam boilers and large industrial chiller systems in a hospital environment. This role provides 24/7 operational coverage supporting patient care, infection control, sterilization, life safety systems, and comfort cooling.
In addition to hands-on plant operations, this position provides shift-level supervision, coordination, and oversight of plant personnel, ensuring compliance, reliability, and continuity of operations. The role requires dual qualification in both boiler and chiller plant operations, with a primary emphasis on boiler operations due to life-safety priorities.
Employment Type
Full-Time | On-Site | Rotating 12-Hour Shifts
Key Responsibilities
Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities:
- Provide shift supervision and direction to plant operators and support personnel
- Coordinate daily operations, staffing coverage, and task assignments across the central utility plant
- Ensure adherence to all operational procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Support training, mentoring, and performance feedback for plant personnel
- Act as the primary escalation point during shift operations for technical or safety issues
Boiler Plant Operations:
- Operate and monitor up to four (4) Cleaver-Brooks high-pressure steam boilers (10,000 lbs/hr each)
- Maintain proper steam pressures and combustion efficiency through system adjustments
- Perform, document, and log boiler water quality testing; add treatment chemicals as required
- Ensure no high-pressure boiler is left unattended; coordinate relief coverage as needed
- Record operational data per VA standards and the 8th Edition of the BEI Safety Device Testing Manual
- Monitor and perform operator-level maintenance on DA tanks, condensate tanks, and associated systems
Chiller Plant Operations:
- Operate and monitor large-capacity centrifugal chillers (Trane and York, approximately 1,000 tons each)
- Operate and monitor cooling towers, pumps, and chilled water distribution systems
- Maintain chilled water supply temperatures through system adjustments
- Respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms and out-of-range conditions
- Coordinate chiller startups and shutdowns with Facility Engineering staff
Equipment Monitoring & Rounds:
- Conduct full equipment inspections at least once per shift
- Monitor critical utility alarms such as fire pumps and emergency power systems via BMS
Preventive Maintenance (Operator-Level):
- Perform lubrication, belt replacement, strainer cleaning, and trip resets
- Maintain cleanliness of plant areas
- Perform minor painting or touch-up tasks as directed
Emergency Response:
- Respond to utility alarms and emergencies campus-wide
- Stabilize equipment and escalate issues to VA on-call leadership
- Lead initial response efforts during shift emergencies
Communication & Reporting:
- Lead detailed turnover briefings between shifts
- Maintain operational logs, incident reports, and maintenance documentation
- Report regulatory non-compliance, safety hazards, or equipment failures immediately
Compliance & Safety:
- Comply with VHA Directive 1810, OSHA, NFPA 85, ASME Boiler Code, and Joint Commission standards
- Follow all VA infection control and emergency procedures
- Ensure team compliance with PPE and SOP requirements
- Maintain drug- and alcohol-free status and adhere to VA campus policies
Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience operating:
- High-pressure steam boilers (125 psi or greater)
- Industrial chiller systems
- Prior experience in a lead, senior, or supervisory capacity preferred
- Meet OPM standards for WG-5402 Boiler Plant Operator, WG-9 equivalent or higher
- Completion of VA “Safe Steaming Course” (or equivalent) within five (5) years, or ability to complete upon assignment
- Familiarity with:
- 8th Edition of the BEI Safety Device Testing Manual
- VHA Boiler and Associated Plant Safety Device Testing Manual
- Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 pounds
- Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Ability to pass background checks and wear VA-issued badges
- Completion of all required VA training prior to unsupervised duty
Location & Compensation
- Location: Atlanta, GA (Decatur)
- Compensation:$40–$42 per hour ($83,200 - $87,360)
About Lean Synergy
Lean Synergy Solutions is a Veteran-owned and operated recruiting firm specializing in aligning top-tier talent with high-impact roles across critical industries. Our team brings a mission-driven approach to workforce solutions, supporting organizations through transformation while helping veterans, military spouses, and professionals secure meaningful careers.