Relief Lead Operator – District Energy Plant
We are partnering with a client that manages and operates a highly advanced district energy plant serving a major medical center campus. This facility produces steam and chilled water that heat and cool most of the buildings on the campus, an environment where reliability directly supports patient care every day.

Join a team that operates one of the most innovative and efficient district energy plants in the country. This role carries real responsibility for maintaining uninterrupted steam and chilled water production. It is ideal for professionals with experience in complex power generation or energy systems such as boiler operations, turbine systems, or nuclear backgrounds who want to apply their technical expertise in a clean, high performing environment. Our client values integrity, sound decision making under pressure, and the ability to lead when needed.

The position follows a rotating 12 hour shift schedule, offering more days off, reduced commuting, and improved work life balance.

Compensation and Benefits
Hourly range: 42.00 to 50.00
Compensation is based on experience, skills, and business needs.

Minimum Requirements
• NASOE High Pressure Steam Engineer First Class, OR ASOPE Power Plant Operating Engineer First Class license, OR City of Milwaukee First Class License or equivalent experience
• Substantial experience operating and repairing gas and oil fired boilers, steam turbines, electric drives, pumps, and related equipment
• Demonstrated ability to lead others and communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Physically able to climb around equipment, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with standard tools
• Ability to work rotating shifts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
On a relief basis and as directed by supervisory personnel, provide direction and instruction to on shift staff to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations in compliance with laws, procedures, and customer requirements
Perform the duties of a Lead Engineer or Shift Engineer when assigned
Operate chiller and boiler systems
Coordinate with construction, maintenance, project, and distribution system teams regarding system evolutions and work activities
Maintain oversight of water treatment activities
Perform housekeeping tasks as assigned
Perform lubrication tasks per the facility’s Lubrication Program schedule
Conduct maintenance and repairs on equipment and facilities, perform minor maintenance walkthroughs, and document any outstanding issues
Execute assigned collateral duties related to plant operations such as procedure development, chemical management, and safety systems
Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands
The physical requirements listed represent those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Employees in this role are frequently required to:
• Communicate verbally and distinguish sounds
• Use fine manipulation and maintain far, near, and peripheral visual acuity
• Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and scaffolding, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, and walk or stand for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs, push and pull objects, operate foot or leg controls, and use standard tools
• Enter confined spaces with limited access

Work Environment
Work is performed in a steam, hot water, and chilled water plant and within its distribution system. Employees may encounter:
• Fumes, airborne particles, and chemical hazards including water treatment chemicals
• High pressure steam and extreme temperatures
• Moving and rotating equipment
• Confined spaces, slippery surfaces, and elevated noise levels moderate to loud

Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE is provided, and physical controls are in place to mitigate risks.

Benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Shift differential pay
• Paid time off with equivalency recognition up to 15 years
• 11 paid holidays including your birthday
• Required PPE provided