Power Plant Operator , Rotating Shifts, Weekdays​/Weekends; position

Search #: 497258
Work type:
Full-time

Location:

Storrs Campus
Categories:
Maintenance and Trades

Power Plant Operator 2

University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus

Salary Range: $86,289.00-$ Yearly – Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.

Link to Power Plant Operator 2:

UConn's Facilities Operations Department, Storrs Campus, has one job opening for Power Plant Operator 2. The Co-Generation Plant produces high-pressure superheated steam, electrical power and chilled water to supply energy to the Storrs campus. The plant has three 7 MW Solar combustion turbines as well as a 5 MW steam turbine and associated support equipment. In addition, a new Supplemental Utility Plant has been brought online and four chillers are operational within the facility, and one boiler will be going through commissioning soon.

Operators will also be responsible for performing tasks at the South Campus Geothermal System and Chiller Plant that is currently under construction and expected to be operating in late 2027.

This position is a permanent, full time position working rotating days/shifts; ten (10) teams of four (4) persons rotate working eight (8) hour weekdays and twelve (12) hour weekends. This is often called the “8 Plus 12 Plan”. This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.

Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays). Applicants must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license. Applicants must be lawfully permitted to work in the United States.

Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses.

This position is categorized as “Open to the Public”.

Current qualified UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process and are required to submit an application in order to be considered for a PPO-2 position.

A full benefits package including medical and dental insurance is available. This position may be eligible for weekend and shift differential.

UConn offers the following benefits for NP-2 employees:
Excellent and affordable healthcare options;
Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance;
Employee retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).  University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: .

To Apply:

In order to be considered for these job openings, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. Page Up applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill and Ability, Minimum Qualifications and Special Requirements sections of the position have been met. Please also be sure to demonstrate how you meet any of the Preferred Qualifications that you may have.

Ensure that your Page Up Application is complete and detailed before submitting it. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the Page Up system.

If applicable, applicants are strongly encouraged to indicate on their application (under the Job-Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section) the name(s) of any Educational Institution(s) attended in trade related subjects, particularly in Electrical, Plumbing and Heating or HVACR, and to indicate the titles of the in person and/or online course(s) studied, address, city, state where the educational institution(s) are located, the years attended and the number of credits earned or diploma earned.

If applicable, applicants are strongly encouraged to indicate on their application (under the Licenses and Professional Certification section) any current trade…