Middle Tennessee State University
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Boiler Operator Apply Now Job Number: P1292 Work Type: Classified Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee Categories: Facilities Services - Other, Facilities Services - Maintenance
Job Title Boiler Operator
$49,942 - $61,678; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function Operate, maintain, and adjust boilers, turbines, pumps, compressors, and other ancillary related equipment for a centralized boiler plant at a large university. This position will work in a centralized power plant, industrial type environment as well as large machine rooms in other buildings that have standby boiler systems. This position is shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. On occasion operators will be assigned to perform preventative maintenance tasks on support equipment to hot water heating systems throughout the campus.
Required Education High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required. Required to complete an in-house training class for boiler operation and safety within 90 days of employment led by the Assistant Supervisor of the Boiler Shop as well as completion of 80 hours supervised on the job training of operation of boiler within 90 days of employment.
Required Related Experience Related experience working with complex machinery.
Required License/Registration/Certification Valid driver's license required.
Documents Needed to Apply MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
Application Review Date January 20, 2026
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Boiler Operator Apply Now Job Number: P1292 Work Type: Classified Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee Categories: Facilities Services - Other, Facilities Services - Maintenance
Job Title Boiler Operator
$49,942 - $61,678; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function Operate, maintain, and adjust boilers, turbines, pumps, compressors, and other ancillary related equipment for a centralized boiler plant at a large university. This position will work in a centralized power plant, industrial type environment as well as large machine rooms in other buildings that have standby boiler systems. This position is shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. On occasion operators will be assigned to perform preventative maintenance tasks on support equipment to hot water heating systems throughout the campus.
Required Education High School diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) required. Required to complete an in-house training class for boiler operation and safety within 90 days of employment led by the Assistant Supervisor of the Boiler Shop as well as completion of 80 hours supervised on the job training of operation of boiler within 90 days of employment.
Required Related Experience Related experience working with complex machinery.
Required License/Registration/Certification Valid driver's license required.
Documents Needed to Apply MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
Application Review Date January 20, 2026
Advertisement Opened: 01/06/2026 09:00 AM CST | Advertisement Closes: 01/20/2026 11:55 PM CST
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