Utility Plant Auxiliary Operator - Extra Relief

Job Description

Assists the Utility Plant Operating Engineer in operating the plant, performs routine operating and maintenance tasks associated with plant operations and the production of utilities (e.g., steam, chilled water, and electrical generating equipment), and performs regular inspection tours of the utility plant and related facilities. Under the direction of the Utility Plant Operating Engineer, operates boilers, steam turbine generators, diesel/natural gas generators, chillers, electrical switch gear and substations as well as associated auxiliary equipment.

Maintains logs, prepares equipment for operations or shutdown condition, monitors instrument readings and performs related duties as assigned.

• Under the supervision of the Utility Plant Operations Supervisor and under the general direction of the Utility Plant Operating Engineer, performs operating and maintenance tasks to ensure safe and proper operation, monitoring and control of all equipment associated with plant operations and the production of utilities.
• Participate in the starting, control, operation, shutdown and inspection of boilers, steam turbine generators, diesel/Natural gas generators, chillers, electrical switch gear, substations and all other equipment associated with plant operations and the production of utilities.
• Communicate regularly with the Utility Plant Operating Engineer and Utility Plant Operations Supervisor and take action in order to safely maintain or restore utility production.
• Prepare and maintain logs, charts, and other operating records.
• Monitor instrumentation for proper operating conditions and determine the nature and cause of trouble.
• With advice and direction from Utility Plant Operating Engineer and/or Utility Plant Operations Supervisor, perform necessary corrective action to protect personnel, equipment, system integrity, and to maintain optimum efficiency and safety.
• Review plant and equipment status with personnel on shift and via control/computerized systems to monitor load conditions, status, etc.
• Observe various instruments, record readings, and evaluate readings.
• Obtain advice and direction from Utility Plant Operating Engineer and/or Utility Plant Operations Supervisor, and take appropriate action as necessary to protect personnel, equipment, system integrity, and to maintain optimum efficiency and safety.
• Participate in emergency response training and drills.
• Perform inspection tours of utility plant and related facilities as needed.
• May be required to perform duties of Utility Plant Operating Engineer on an as‑needed basis (if qualified and when directed).
• Perform routine operating maintenance, including cleaning of equipment and plant work areas.
• Participate in emergency response activities; may be assigned work of equal or lower skill level, including maintenance work; and must participate in mandatory training and other programs as required.
• Observe and comply with all codes and perform work in accordance with recognized industry standards; university policies, procedures, and standards; and local, state, and federal laws/requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Emergency Status Designation:
  Critical Operations Personnel (required to provide on-site support during emergency situations as determined by management).

• Must be physically fit and mentally alert at all times.
• Must be able to perform all duties in a utility/industrial plant environment that includes exposure to loud noises, chemicals, temperature extremes, inclement weather conditions, airborne particles, vibration, hazardous materials, stairs, ladders, confined spaces, etc.; requires stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, lifting and carrying; working from ladders, scaffolds, high‑lifts, and in confined spaces; and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 65 pounds.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment and clothing where appropriate; may be required to wear a respirator (negative pressure or equivalent) and other respiratory protection equipment up to the level of self‑contained breathing apparatus.
• At no time is facial hair permitted.…