Boiler Operator

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** JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
** Penn State is searching for a full time Boiler Operator - Grade 4 to join the team.

Duties include:

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* Perform duties required to start, stop, operate and monitor all power plant systems and utilities
* Operate power plant equipment and auxiliaries such as oil fired and natural gas fired boilers, combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators
* Check and adjust operating parameters such as boiler water level, steam pressure, quality of stack emissions, steam temperature, boiler flue gas temperature, furnace pressure, etc.
* Detect equipment or system problems, initiate emergency procedures when malfunctions occur, and contact the Lead Power Plant Operator or Supervisor for further instructions
* Maintain awareness of personnel within the Plant; safeguard equipment and personnel
* At the direction of the Lead Power Plant Operator, tour facility to observe operations, gather required meter readings, and make necessary equipment adjustments
* Clean, lubricate, and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on power plant systems and components such as steam traps, valves, and pipes
* Detect and report unusual conditions and/or defective materials to appropriate personnel
* Inspect and service power plant equipment as part of annual requirements; report discrepancies to appropriate personnel
* Assist higher grade Operators and Mechanics with maintenance and repairs
* Maintain various records concerning plant operations to include inspection and maintenance schedules, reports of systems readings, fuel supplies, and orders, etc.
* Operate various hand and power tools such as drills, grinders, pipe wrenches, pipe threader, saws, etc.
* Maintain work areas and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition
* Operate University vehicles in the performance of assigned duties

Job Requirements:

Requires the use of shop mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of adjustable measuring instruments and the training generally applicable in a particular or specialized occupation. Equivalent to 1 to 3 years applied trades training. 2 to 3 years of effective experience.

Work Schedule:

Rotating Days Off:
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** QUALIFICATIONS
* *** MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE**## 2 to 3 years of effective experience
** REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
** None
** BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
** Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Employee must be able to wear a respirator and will be subject to medical clearance.###  

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.###   
** COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
** This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here:
** SALARY AND BENEFITS
** For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans…