Boiler Operator

Boiler Operator

Salary

$25.71 - $28.08 Hourly

Location

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

BGSU01772

Division

Finance & Administration

Department

Energy Management

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Pay Grade

29

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

Under general supervision from the MEP Superintendent, Stationary Engineer, higher-level supervisor, the Boiler Operator monitors high pressure boiler equipment, inspects, cleans, maintains, repairs boiler equipment & performs related plumbing & steam work.

Essential Functions

• Operates high pressure boiler, pumps, and related equipment (i.e., carrying pressure exceeding 15 pounds per square inch) and maintains log.
• Monitors heat plant reading gauges and checks general welfare of plant. Oversees power consumption meters. Starts, synchronizes, switches, and shuts down equipment as needed. Adjusts and observes operation of plant equipment.
• Inspects, cleans, maintains, performs minor repairs & preventative maintenance on high pressure boilers, pumps, & related equipment
• Performs steam fitting & plumbing duties as related to boiler maintenance.
• Performs water testing, chemical treatment and documentation related to campus systems & equipment
• Performs miscellaneous tasks (i.e., keeps boiler room clean, makes inspection rounds).
• May be required to work on a rotating schedule & Holidays
• Perform related duties based on departmental need

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum one-year related experience required

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Licensed as Ohio high-pressure boiler operator
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's insurance

Additional Information

Essential Competencies

• Knowledge of basic science and scientific methods
• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of basic reading skills
• Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and written
• Detailed-oriented and highly accurate
• Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced, changing environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Knowledge of computer skills, such as MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets and/or database entry/query
• Ability to query, run reports, and modify data in financial system(s)
• Ability to access and maintain document imaging systems including scanning and filing documents
• Ability to operate computers and peripheral equipment such as printers and/or tape and disk drives
• Ability to draft office correspondence

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by August 4, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

• Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
• The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
• Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.
• You must possess a current Ohio High-pressure Boiler Operator License to be considered for this position. Please ensure the license is documented on your official application and the proof is uploaded with your submission.

Uploads

• Required:

• Resume (for supplemental information only)

• Current Ohio High-pressure Boiler Operator License

• Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Benefits

Bowling Green State University provides a comprehensive benefit program as part of a total compensation package. This includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, health accounts (medical & dependent), life & disability insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance program and tuition fee waivers for employees and their eligible dependents as well as paid time off, flexible work options, holidays and parental leave. For more information, please visit Benefits-at-a-Glance.

Employer Bowling Green State University

Address 1851 N Research Drive

Huntington Building

Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403

Phone (419) 372-8421 Human Resources

(419) 372-2865 Student Employment

Website https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html