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Description:

Utilities Plant Operations Spv serves as the boiler operator and shift supervisor for an assigned shift ((1st (8am-4pm), 2nd (4pm-12mid), or 3rd (12mid-8am)) at the T. E. Neal Heating plant, providing mechanical, operational and limited supervisory work in the operation and repair of steam boilers for heating hot water and cooking purposes. Specific duties include: starting and shutting down boilers, monitoring various operational readings and making the necessary adjustments to maintain efficiency, performing water tests and adding chemicals to water as necessary, performing routine boiler maintenance and mechanical repairs; and assisting in the larger maintenance jobs and directing lower level operators in all of these functions; apply OSHA workplace safety techniques. This position is involved in all phases of the operation and routine maintenance of larger, more operationally complex boilers; provides on-the-job training to subordinate boiler operators, instructing them on non-routine situations while monitoring their performance; all duties are performed under the general supervision of the steam plant supervisor. This position implements standard operational procedures for boilers from written and oral instructions, and attends in-service training as required.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

The T. E. Neal Heating Plant maintains the flow and desired steam pressure from the boiler plant thru high pressure distribution lines to steam reduction stations within the mechanical equipment (ME) rooms and throughout the facilities for domestic hot water, food preparation, heating and sanitation. The Heating Plant operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in 3 shifts (1st shift/8am-4pm, 2nd shift/4pm-12mid, 3rd shift/12mid-8am).

Internal job number: 003920

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency and four years of experience in applicable utility operations, of which one year is supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Maintains required certification(s).

Preferred:

Third Class Power Engineer license preferred or other approved proof of competency. Five (5) years of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of steam boilers is preferred along with working knowledge of operation and maintenance requirements of boilers and related equipment. The successful applicant should possess skill in the use and care of equipment used in the maintenance of boilers and related equipment, with the ability to train and supervise other workers. Sufficient physical strength to perform heavy physical tasks on a periodic basis is needed. Supervisory and mechanical experience required.

Job Closing Date: 06/01/2025