Power Plant Operator (3rd Class Engineer License)

About the role

GE Aerospace is hiring a Power Plant Operator at its Lynn facility, which designs, produces, assembles and tests military and commercial aircraft engines and components. The operator runs the power plant's boilers and boiler auxiliaries, supports load determination and reports conditions to the Power Plant Engineer. The position requires a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Third Class Engineer's license and pays $30 per hour, with an annual discretionary bonus and a sign-on bonus opportunity.

Key responsibilities

• Operate all boilers and boiler auxiliaries and support the determination of boiler load and load distribution
• Report operating conditions and operate under the direction of the Power Plant Engineer
• Maintain boiler pressure, steam temperature and water levels, and run auxiliary power plant equipment
• Respond to alarms, take emergency action, report unsafe conditions and keep the area clean
• Test water samples for sulfate, alkalinity, phosphate, solids and oxygen, record data and adjust water treatment
• Complete and maintain company records and logs, and comply with state regulations on boiler and turbine operation
• Know the power plant systems, including steam, water, condensate, surge tank and compressed air lines
• Wear proper PPE, keep assigned areas clean and perform other duties as required

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Commonwealth of Massachusetts Third Class Engineer's license
• Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including 4/10-hour days with additional weekly overtime available
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work in confined areas and off ladders, platforms and heights, and tolerate elevated heat and noise
• At least 18 years old, as the role involves high-risk or hazardous operations

Required skills

• Knowledge of safety rules in an industrial setting
• Ability to troubleshoot problems
• Desired: experience as an operating engineer, with oil and gas fired high-pressure boilers, water softeners and air compressors
• Desired: computer, application and keyboarding skills

What we offer

• Pay of $30 per hour, with an annual discretionary bonus and sign-on bonus opportunity
• Merit-based rewards and incentives, free onsite parking, and a set schedule with no mandatory overtime
• Healthcare, retirement savings plan with company matching, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, life insurance and paid time off