Chiller Operator

Job Description

A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing chilled water generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components. Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices. Also required to perform, as directed, other skills of the trade and related duties associated with the operation and maintenance of steam equipment and distribution systems, water/drainage distribution systems, and other related systems.

Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices. Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Operates central chilled water plant under varying load conditions.
• Operates other miscellaneous plant equipment including water treatment systems and compressed air systems.
• Works with other trades personnel and management personnel to maintain continuous plant operations/performance.
• Takes all related plant readings critical for operations, efficient performance, and billing (e.g., pressures, temperatures, flows, oil levels, meter readings, etc.).
• Completes daily logs and prepares reports as necessary, enters daily information on the computer.
• Maintains chemical treatment program and enters information into computer.
• Cleans and maintains plant and assigned boiler facilities.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance on various equipment as directed.
• Operates and maintains various plant systems (including HVAC) as required to meet equipment and occupant requirements.
• Maintains work area, tools and equipment.
• Must have a complete set of hand tools.
• Required to wear a clean neat uniform and maintain a professional image at all times.
• Also required to wear safety equipment and clothing when appropriate and/or required.
• Works with utility mechanics and performs other duties as directed.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to bend, reach, and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods.
• Required to lift up to 75 pounds and to lift and transport various types of equipment and tools, with others, in excess of 300 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull heavy loads as listed above.
• Must be able to work for extended periods of time from/in ladders, high places, cramped spaces, confined spaces, and scaffolding.
• Requires considerable walking, climbing, bending, and stooping.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Five (5) years experience in the trade as a journeyman or operator, current Refrigeration Technician license or current Commonwealth of Massachusetts’s First-Class Fireman’s License or higher. Must have, or successfully obtain within 6 months of hiring, EPA CFC certification (universal).
• Trade or vocational school mandatory.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

Additional

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of and experienced in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of all components and/or systems (chillers, cooling towers, pumps, water treatment systems, controls, etc.) pertaining to chilled water generation and distribution.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and operating/technical manuals associated with systems/equipment within his/her work scope.
• Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and/or practices and perform work in accordance with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes and/or requirements of jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines and/or practices.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative when necessary, as well as be capable of working as a member of a team and in conjunction with other trades.
• Operation of state‑of‑the‑art, computer-based plant control systems required.
• Must be quality focused, service oriented, and be able to clearly and professionally communicate in English with peers, managers, and customers.
• Required to take and pass annual DOT…