About the Role:
Step into a key role supporting a state of the art biologics manufacturing facility by ensuring the reliable operation of critical plant and clean utility systems. As a Boiler Operator, you’ll be hands on with essential equipment—HVAC, boilers, chillers, clean steam, water systems, and more—keeping the site running smoothly in a fast paced, highly regulated environment. Your day will be a mix of troubleshooting, performing rounds, responding to alarms, and maintaining the systems that power large scale pharmaceutical production. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on technical problem solving, enjoys being on their feet, and takes pride in keeping complex operations safe, stable, and efficient.
About TAI:
TAI brings together engineering, construction, systems integration, on-site services, and technical services — combining proven execution with trusted expertise to support clients across the entire project lifecycle. Team members at TAI are capable, well-rounded, flexible, and optimistic. We have found that the best employees are the ones who recognize the importance of what they do and the ones who let that guide them in the actions they take. More than any skill, we seek people who make decisions that support the common good. We work for our clients, and we work for one another.
Here’s a glimpse into your day to day:
- Possess appropriate knowledge (Level II) of HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, chiller, cooling tower, pumps and drives, RODI, WFI, clean steam, and chemical or water pretreatment equipment operation and maintenance.
- Assess and repair problems to critical utility systems in order to prevent impact to Biologics manufacturing operations.
- Performing work in the mechanical, pipefitting, plumbing or electrical trades.
- Act "on your feet" for the majority of the day; answering trouble calls, investigating alarms, performing daily rounds/log sheets and inspecting operating equipment.
- Read, understand, and work from Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), OEM Manuals, P&IDs, and electrical and piping schematics.
- Complete any required (GxP) documentation in a timely manner, including logbooks, log sheets, and work orders.
- Use basic hand tools
- Read and record values from equipment instrumentation
- Read electronic schematics.
- Read, write and utilize drawings, mathematics, and handbook formulas.
- Read mechanical schematics and piping diagrams P&IDs
- Perform work in a clean room environment
You’ll be a perfect fit if you have:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree or certification from trade school is a plus.
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience performing maintenance/operation within a related industry, such as power, chemical, food/beverage, pharmaceutical, and or life sciences.
- 1st Grade Stationary Engineers license required.
- Capable of performing work in the mechanical, pipefitting, or plumbing trades
- Knowledge of servicing and installing mechanical process equipment within manufacturing or industrial site
- Preferred knowledge of utility and facility equipment such as boiler, chiller, cooling tower, pumps & drives, RODI, WFI, and clean steam systems.
- Candidate must possess basic computer skills
- Must have ability to communicate both orally and written in a clear manner.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
- The person in this position needs to frequently move about client’s facilities and offices to access equipment and complete tasks.
- Consistently ascend and descend portable and fixed ladders, scaffolding and other equipment used to reach equipment at various levels of height some of which maybe in excess of 25 feet in a safe manner.
- Must be able to ascend and descend a large quantity of stairways at any given time.
- Frequently move tools and equipment weighing up to 50lbs across client facilities as needed to complete tasks.
- Occasionally lift and move equipment in excess of 100lbs in a safe manner.
- Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions as needed.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Pay: $35-$50 Hourly (depending on experience)
- Eligible for overtime pay
- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus (variable)
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Health Benefits: Employee through family level coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurances. Company funded life and long-term disability insurances. Short Term Disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurances (employee – family) are also available!
- 401(k)with employer match
Other Offerings:
- The opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of industry-leading projects.
- The ability to balance your work and family activities.
- Flexible work schedule
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation.
- A chance to learn and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering.
- Professional Development, Tuition Reimbursement, and Association Membership Reimbursements.
Discover what makes TAI a top-20 manufacturing partner, according to Engineering News-Record (ENR), and one of the top-50 fastest-growing private companies in the Baltimore Business Journal. Learn more about us at https://www.tai.inc.
