Boiler Operator

Job Title:

Boiler Operator

Energy Services

$49,942 - $61,678; commensurate with experience

Operate, maintain, and adjust boilers, turbines, pumps, compressors, and other ancillary related equipment for a centralized boiler plant at a large university. This position will work in a centralized power plant, industrial type environment as well as large machine rooms in other buildings that have standby boiler systems. This position is shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. On occasion operators will be assigned to perform preventative maintenance tasks on support equipment to hot water heating systems throughout the campus.

High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required.

Required to complete an in‑house training class for boiler operation and safety within 90 days of employment led by the Assistant Supervisor of the Boiler Shop as well as completion of 80 hours supervised on the job training of operation of boiler within 90 days of employment.

Related experience working with complex machinery.

Valid driver's license required.

Cover Letter & Resume Required

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12‑month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

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January 20, 2026