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Boiler Plant Operator jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with a degree in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or a related field. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions. Employers typically sponsor H-1B after demonstrating consistent performance in plant operations and systems maintenance.
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Get Access To All JobsTufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salaries & benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
- 403(b) Retirement with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for career growth
Job Overview
Under general supervision and with pre-shift instructions from Direct of Engineering and/or Lead Mechanic, this position carries out Physical Plant Operations, Preventative Maintenance, On Call Services, on seven day a week shift cycle, to ensure that patient comfort and safety are maintained.
Location: 800 Washington Street, Boston (Nutrition Center Building)
Hours: 40 hours - full time, 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts required
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma and technical courses.
- Must have MA 2nd Class Fireman license or higher.
- Four years of technical experience with electromechanical equipment and systems (hospital environment preferred).
- Requires three to five years of experience in the operations maintenance and repair of equipment and systems similar to those in the USC.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
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On a regular basis, reads, record, and inspects heating, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC systems including High Pressure Steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, motors, electric and pneumatic controls, water storage tanks, dumps, drains, etc.
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Performs preventative maintenance as assigned on the following systems and equipment, such as High Pressure Steam boilers, air conditioning systems, large and small, tonnage package units, ice machines, compressors, pumps, motors, fans, air units, emergency lights, generators, etc.
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Responds to all emergency calls such as loss of power, steam, water, heat, ice and snow, etc. by operating all appropriate emergency equipment in case equipment changes are required such as emergency generators, electric power transfer switches, High Pressure Steam boilers, water systems, etc. Diagnoses and rectifies problems within Physical Plant such as loss of heat, loss of hot water, power outage, loud noises, hot bearing, units overheating, broken belts, jammed controls, etc.
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When on shift coverage, notifies appropriate authorized personnel of impending problems, or major equipment or system failures which need specialized repair. Requires independent decision-making, judgment and/or assessment as needed.
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Supervise and direct the work of one or more assigned Boiler Plant Operator; performs training as required.
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Performs preventive maintenance tasks and repairs as assigned. Enters operating data in appropriate logs and logbooks. Prepares deficiency lists and reports as needed.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Works in noisy, dark, greasy machine rooms 40 percent of time. Difficulty in accessing some places which may require ladders, or squeezing behind or over equipment, pipes, pumps, motors machinery about 15 percent of time. Attends to various types of exhaust units and expended gases and fumes.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$34.79 - $43.49
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salaries & benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
- 403(b) Retirement with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for career growth
Job Overview
Under general supervision and with pre-shift instructions from Direct of Engineering and/or Lead Mechanic, this position carries out Physical Plant Operations, Preventative Maintenance, On Call Services, on seven day a week shift cycle, to ensure that patient comfort and safety are maintained.
Location: 800 Washington Street, Boston (Nutrition Center Building)
Hours: 40 hours - full time, 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts required
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma and technical courses.
- Must have MA 2nd Class Fireman license or higher.
- Four years of technical experience with electromechanical equipment and systems (hospital environment preferred).
- Requires three to five years of experience in the operations maintenance and repair of equipment and systems similar to those in the USC.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
-
On a regular basis, reads, record, and inspects heating, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC systems including High Pressure Steam boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, motors, electric and pneumatic controls, water storage tanks, dumps, drains, etc.
-
Performs preventative maintenance as assigned on the following systems and equipment, such as High Pressure Steam boilers, air conditioning systems, large and small, tonnage package units, ice machines, compressors, pumps, motors, fans, air units, emergency lights, generators, etc.
-
Responds to all emergency calls such as loss of power, steam, water, heat, ice and snow, etc. by operating all appropriate emergency equipment in case equipment changes are required such as emergency generators, electric power transfer switches, High Pressure Steam boilers, water systems, etc. Diagnoses and rectifies problems within Physical Plant such as loss of heat, loss of hot water, power outage, loud noises, hot bearing, units overheating, broken belts, jammed controls, etc.
-
When on shift coverage, notifies appropriate authorized personnel of impending problems, or major equipment or system failures which need specialized repair. Requires independent decision-making, judgment and/or assessment as needed.
-
Supervise and direct the work of one or more assigned Boiler Plant Operator; performs training as required.
-
Performs preventive maintenance tasks and repairs as assigned. Enters operating data in appropriate logs and logbooks. Prepares deficiency lists and reports as needed.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Works in noisy, dark, greasy machine rooms 40 percent of time. Difficulty in accessing some places which may require ladders, or squeezing behind or over equipment, pipes, pumps, motors machinery about 15 percent of time. Attends to various types of exhaust units and expended gases and fumes.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$34.79 - $43.49
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Boiler Plant Operator
Target facilities with in-house engineering teams
Large hospitals, universities, and manufacturing plants run their own boiler operations and have HR infrastructure to handle OPT paperwork. Smaller contractors often lack the administrative capacity to support work authorization for OPT students.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Boiler Plant Operator roles typically qualify under mechanical or industrial engineering CIP codes. Verify your degree appears on the DHS STEM list before applying, since STEM OPT gives you 24 additional months beyond your initial authorization period.
Address OPT early in the application process
Raise your work authorization status before an offer is extended, not after. Framing it as a straightforward onboarding step rather than a legal complication reduces friction and signals that you understand the process.
Highlight certifications relevant to the role
A boiler operator license, NIMS credentials, or EPA Section 608 certification signals job readiness and reduces employer hesitation around sponsorship. Certified candidates are easier to justify hiring over equally qualified domestic applicants who need no visa support.
Focus on government and institutional employers
Federal agencies, state facilities, and public universities are experienced with OPT and H-1B sponsorship. Many have standing sponsorship programs, predictable budgets, and compliance teams that handle immigration filings without treating it as an unusual request.
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Does a Boiler Plant Operator role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or a closely related field appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, and your employer meets the E-Verify requirement, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The job itself must be directly related to your degree field.
How do I find Boiler Plant Operator employers who sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Boiler Plant Operator jobs from employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B. Filtering by sponsorship willingness on Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that an employer won't support work authorization. Focus on large institutional employers, federal facilities, and manufacturers with dedicated HR teams.
Can I work as a Boiler Plant Operator on OPT if my degree is in mechanical engineering?
Yes. A mechanical engineering degree directly supports a Boiler Plant Operator role, which involves thermodynamics, fluid systems, and mechanical maintenance. USCIS requires that your OPT employment be directly related to your degree field. Keep documentation showing how the role connects to your coursework and major in case your DSO or employer needs to confirm eligibility.
Do Boiler Plant Operator employers typically sponsor H-1B after OPT?
Government agencies, universities, and large industrial facilities are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Private contractors and smaller operations are less predictable. When evaluating offers during OPT, ask directly whether the organization has sponsored H-1B before for this position and whether they have immigration counsel on retainer.
What happens to my Boiler Plant Operator job if my OPT expires before H-1B is approved?
If you're in cap-gap status, meaning you filed an H-1B petition before your OPT expired and it remains pending or approved for October 1, you're authorized to continue working. You cannot work during any gap between OPT expiration and H-1B start date if cap-gap doesn't apply. Plan your OPT end date and H-1B filing window carefully with your DSO.
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