Plant Operator

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ENERGY SYSTEMS GROUP® is looking for a Utility Plant Operator to join our Operations Services team at the Clark Atlanta University Facility. This position is on site and requires working a 12-hour rotating shift, including overnight, weekend and possible holidays, and be available for call-in work.

• Operate, maintain, and perform basic repair on most equipment and systems in the plant.
• Apply technical understanding of and practical experience with the operation of distribution, production and components associated with:
• Steam, condensate, chilled water, electrical motors, paralleling switch gear, motor control centers, condenser systems, variable frequency drives, reciprocating engines, generators, compressed air and compressors, pumps, chillers, air handlers, boilers, cooling towers, pneumatic and low voltage control systems
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures to assure the plant equipment is in good working condition.
• Operate Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment.
• Start‑up activities including troubleshooting.
• Positively interact with customers as needed.
• Maintain tracking for long-term performance evaluations and adherence to baseline requirements.
• Safety training; lock out/tag out.
• SDS administration.
• Follow proper procedure for all maintenance activities.
• Assist and maintain establishment of maintenance and work order procedures for the facility that effectively communicate problems and recommend a course of action.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three to six (3‑6) years’ of related experience.
• 4th Class Power Engineer NIULPE License Certification or higher (achieved before or within 18 months of employment).
• Work 12‑hour rotating shift schedule, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic computer skills including data input, work order coordination and daily logs.
• Must be within a reasonable commute from our office at 260 Lee Street, Atlanta, GA 30310.

• Associate’s degree (AA or AS) or Technical degree.
• Six to eight (6‑8) years’ related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance plans and wellness plans for employee and your family.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and supplemental benefits.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Nine Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation and Personal/Sick Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child/children.
• Highly competitive salaries and incentive structure.

ESG is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value talent and understand that our colleagues allow us the opportunity to deliver an exceptional customer experience. We achieve our goals through teamwork and conduct our business with integrity. Join our world‑class team to provide mission‑critical infrastructure solutions for K‑12 schools, universities, and government agencies.

The Company shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR:

• 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a), and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
• These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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