Chief Boiler Operator

JOB DUTIES

1. The CHE shall ensure the mechanical integrity of the equipment in the plant and that the overall
operation of the plant is in accordance with the regulations, original equipment manufacturers’
(OEM) specifications and industry accepted engineering safety practices.
2. The CHE must be fully capable of directing and taking the appropriate and necessary corrective
action to protect personnel and safeguard property to prevent a hazardous or potential
catastrophic event whenever possible.
3. The CHE must be fully capable of communicating orally and in writing and able to communicate
with the licensed operators and equipment owners on a daily basis. The CHE must recognize
unsafe conditions or anomalies in the plant and be fully capable of providing the necessary
corrective action.
4. The CHE must ensure that the plant is operated by a sufficient number of Stationary Engineers
and Boiler Operators that hold the appropriate license as required by the Regulations, who have
been trained and are proficient and competent in operating the plant.
a. Any employee that is newly hired, promoted or is working on a temporary basis as a
Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operators shall have documented evidence of training
signed by the CHE prior to working on shift as the Attending Licensed Operator (ALO).
b. The CHE must ensure proficiency training and develop a checklist that details items
essential to the proper functioning of the equipment, plant operations and maintenance
needs. The training must include any connected or integral systems that could directly or
indirectly impact plant safety and operation.
c. A written policy and procedures on plant operations shall be readily available for
viewing by all employees.
d. The CHE must ensure that all training conducted in the boiler room is recorded in the
logbook as required by N.J.A.C. 12:90 and that the company maintains a permanent
record of the train
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5. The CHE, along with management support, must provide essential remedial training of
operators in the interest of safety. All such remedial and proficiency training must be
documented and maintained on file by the company. .
6. The CHE must ensure adequate shift coverage and that all licensed operators communicate shift
change issues so as not to compromise safety and the mechanical integrity of the plant.
7. The CHE must ensure the owner is aware of the statutory mandate regarding liability for failure
to comply with the Licensing and Inspection Law under the provisions of N.J.S.A. 34:7.6 and
N.J.S.A. 34:7.26 respectively.
8. The CHE must ensure that the safety inspection checks and observations include, but are not
limited to the following:
a. Visible indications of discoloration on metal or insulation due to excessive heat;
b. Visible distortion of any part of the pressure retaining item;
c. Obvious leakage from any pressure-containing boundary on the vessel;
d. Visible or suspected indications of internal corrosion or erosion or external corrosion
due to environmental conditions;
e. Visual observations and reports shall include but not be limited to all components,
systems, accessories, pumps, piping, compressors, controls, valves and processes in the
plant.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Blue Seal High Pressure Fireman in Charge Licensed by the State of New Jersey.

Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in a hospital