Steam Plant Operator Job Greensboro area,North Carolina USA,Energy/Power Generation

requisition number:

s3166

position number:

003868

position classification title:

utilities plant operator

functional title:

steam plant operator

position type:

administration - staff

university information:

located in north carolina’s third largest city, unc greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. Uncg continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. Uncg is ranked no. 1 most affordable institution in north carolina for net cost by the n.y. Times and no.

1 in north carolina for social mobility by the wall street journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an innovation and economic prosperity university by the association of public and land-grant universities, uncg is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67m in research and creative activity. The university’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the piedmont triad region in excess of $1b.

primary

purpose of the organizational unit:

the primary purpose of the steam plant is to operate all boilers in a manner that will provide steam to the university community for food preparation, comfort heating, domestic hot water and humidification in required quantities at the proper time, in a safe, economical and efficient manner. This unit is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of satellite hydronic boilers in various campus buildings and the operation of the future west chiller plant.

position

summary:

primary duties of the position include:

observe, monitor, and operate one (1) 40,000-pound-per-hour and three (3) 50,000-pound-per-hour boilers and all related boiler plant machinery.
operate the computerized boiler control system.
perform both corrective and preventive maintenance as required, to ensure a smooth and constant flow of steam to the campus around the clock.
other duties as determined by the supervisor.
the department offers training for this position. We’re seeking applicants who have a safety-first mindset with basic mechanical and electrical knowledge in which they can build upon their current skill set.

this is a mandatory position as defined in the adverse weather and emergency event policy.

minimum qualifications:

high school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Requires certification.

additional required certifications, licensures, and certificates:

valid driver’s license

preferred qualifications:

niulpe 2nd class license or equal class or grade operator.
will consider alternate license.
experience/knowledge in electrical controls is a plus.

alternate option:

if no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

recruitment range:

$47,901-$49,338

org #-department:

utility operations - 56406

work hours of position:

6:45am-3:00pm

number of months per year:

job family:

operations and skilled trades

career banded title:

utilities plant operator

open date:

09/24/2026

close date:

10/08/2026

fte :

1.000

flsa:

non-exempt

key responsibility:

operate central heating system plant and auxiliary equipment

essential tasks:

operate and control boilers using hmi system loop commanders.
operate and control boilers using the hmi computer interface unit.
perform all necessary plant configuration changes to safely and efficiently supply the campus with steam.
blow down the magnetrol…