Energy Plant Operating Engineer

below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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applications will be accepted until midnight (eastern time zone) on the ‘posting end date’ shown below.

job title energy plant operating engineer applications accepted from public: open to the public , university wide, afscme 1699 bargaining unit wide, afscme 1699 intradepartmental , afscme 1699

this position is open to the public. However, current ohio university afscme 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.

Required:

stationary steam engineers license as per section 4104.19 of the revised code and all requirements of the ohio department of commerce. Current ohio university employees must include their ohio university employment history and any relevant verifiable experience to show they meet the minimum qualifications for this classification. If your application is incomplete, you will be screened out. If you need your ohio university employment history or need assistance completing the application, please contact university human resources for assistance.

In an effort to make the process of warding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position. Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.

this position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

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job description under general supervision from energy plant management, or other high level supervisor; has responsibility for operation of all energy plant facilities (heating plant, chilled water plant, and water treatment plant) associated with the production and distribution of steam, chilled water, and hot water to the entire campus in appropriate quantities, pressure, and temperature. Uses extensive knowledge of systems and application of sound judgment to safely respond to all operating to all operating scenarios, including emergencies.

Modulates boilers, chillers and all other plant sub systems, via the use of manual and automated system controls. Provides advise, guidance, training, and back up for the like classifications on the same shift and serves as lead worker (e.g. Provides work direction & training) to other bargain unit employees on an assigned shift. Responsible to operate all equipment in a safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant manner.

Responsible for plant security and for the safety of all operating personnel assigned while on duty. This work is performed on a 24 hour rotating shift basis.

• adheres to all osha and/or ohio university required safety guidelines. Identifies safety and fire hazards and equipment needing repair throughout the area. Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment for the safety of self and fellow workers.
• serves as lead worker (e.g. Provides work direction and training of others) over other workers at energy plant on an assigned shift as related to the installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of high pressure boilers (exceeding 15 pounds per square inch), furnaces and…