Utilities Plant Operations Spv

Posting Details Classification Information

Position/Classification Title Utilities Plant Operations Spv

Classification Type SHRA

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: A - All Emergency and Pandemic On SIte

High school diploma or equivalency and four years of experience in applicable utility operations, of which one year is supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Maintains required certification(s).

• Education and Experience:
• Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, power plant technology, or a related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Five (5) years of experience in high-pressure steam plant operations, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Technical Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
• Proven knowledge of water tube boiler systems, condensate return systems, deaerators, and feedwater pumps. Ability to interpret technical drawings, piping schematics, and equipment manuals. Proficiency in using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems ( CMMS ) for tracking work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Energy Efficiency and Regulatory Knowledge:
• Documented experience implementing energy efficiency measures in steam plants, such as boiler tuning and stack heat recovery. Familiarity with state and federal boiler safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Leadership and Communication:
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with experience managing 24/7 shift-based operations and achieving measurable outcomes.
• Troubleshooting and Development Commitment:
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting control systems and integrating automation technologies (e.g., SCADA or PLC systems). Evidence of commitment to staff development and operational excellence through training programs or process improvements.

Position Overview

Manages the operation, maintenance, and repair of three high-pressure steam boilers (at 80 pounds of pressure each) for the T.E. Neal Heating Plant providing & distributing steam throughout the campus of NC A&T. The boilers are operated by an 8-10 person staff assigned to work in 2 shifts, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year.

The T.

E. Neal Heating Plant maintains the flow and desired steam pressure from the boiler plant through high pressure distribution lines to steam reduction stations within the mechanical equipment (ME) rooms and throughout the facilities for domestic hot water, food preparation, heating and sanitation.

The Heating Plant operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in 2 12-hour shifts, 3-4 days per week, 6pm-6am or 6am-6pm.

12 hour shifts, 3-4 days per week, 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Operations Management

• Operations and Maintenance of Boilers:
  Insure proper operation of sufficient number of boilers to meet steam demand. Perform corrective maintenance on electronic boiler controls. Run routine tests and make adjustments to maintain correct limits, responds and pressures. Coordinates multi-trade work with other trade supervisors on all repair projects within the steam plant. Oversees outside contractor performance to insure bid specifications are met and report any deviation to immediate supervisor.
  
  Directs all corrective maintenance actions performed by in-house personnel. Directs all preparations for annual pressure vessel inspections as required by state law.
• Water Testing, Treatment and Feed Systems;
  Fuel and Repair Supply Procurement and Storage:
  Insure daily water testing is accomplished and correct chemical mixtures are prepared to insure proper feed rates. Determine need for and procure sufficient quantities of secondary fuel(oil) to insure continued operation in the event of loss of primary fuel (natural gas). Identify and procure repair supplies required for both preventative and corrective maintenance on all in-plant equipment. Maintain running inventory of all repair supplies, testing reagents, water treatment chemicals and consumable supplies.
• Condensate, Blowdown, Heat Recovery, Preheat and Pumping System:
  Direct and perform adjustments and repairs to insure proper operation of these vital support systems. Administer an in-plant steam trap maintenance program. Determine need for outside assistance relating to these systems and work with repair organizations to build the expertise of in-house personnel.
• Preventive Maintenance Program:
  Conduct inventory of installed equipment and assign equipment identification codes and provide relevant information to…