Utility Plant Assistant Operator

Position: Central Utility Plant Assistant Operator
* Operates and maintains efficient firing of gas or oil fired boilers and chiller systems.
* Turns valves and adjusts controls to set specified fuel feed, draft openings, water level, and steam pressure of boiler.
* Operates and maintains turbines, pumps, motors, air compressors, fans, and all other steam plant equipment.
* Observes pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panel to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners.
* Observes boilers and all auxiliary equipment to detect malfunctions and makes repairs, such as changing burners and tightening pipes and fittings.
* Ensures that water and steam treatment are appropriately tested and treated.
* Maintains appropriate log of meter and gauge readings and records such data.
* Records operation and maintenance actions taken during shift in operator’s logbook.
* Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, lubricating, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, steam traps, recorders, and gauges, and cleaning or replacing burners or other components.
* Dismantles defective chiller, boiler, plant and distribution equipment; installs new or repaired parts and piping.
* Requisition s materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed.  Keeps working area safe and clean.
* Troubleshoots all equipment associated with boilers and chillers and identifies and solves problems.
* Interprets equipment and piping documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.
* Receives instruction and direction from Utility Plant Operator in operation of plants, and repair or maintenance of equipment.
* Responsible for operations of plants in absence of Utility Plant Operator and supervisors.
* Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment.
* Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
* Uses computers to operate equipment; enters and access job related information.
* Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by the University.
* Performs related job duties as may be assigned.
* Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.
* Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including: blue prints, plans, drawings and schemata.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
* Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
* Demonstrated ability to solve problems.
* Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.
* Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and be able to bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
* Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
* Must be capable of working at heights as required.
* Must be able to enter and work within tight spaces.
* Must be able to withstand extreme hot and cold temperatures.

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