Chief Boiler Operator

Job Description

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

Bureau of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Compliance Page 3 Guidelines to Establish the Chief Engineer’s Responsibility

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