SR Power Plant Operator-Boiler Maintenance

University of Tennessee, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

SR Power Plant Operator-Boiler Maintenance  - 23000001ZB 



Description

 

Market Range: 08

Hiring Salary: $28.00/Hourly

 

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

The Senior Power Plant Operator tests and maintains all treated water systems, and operates the high-pressure boiler, power plant, and cooling plant for the Health Science Center.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 

  • Operates heating and cooling plant equipment that includes boilers that generate pressure in excess of 15 PSI and centrifugal chillers ranging in size up to 1500 tons.
  • Logs entries daily as to the functions of the equipment daily check sheet.
  • Repairs equipment as necessary.
  • Performs routine maintenance tasks associated with the boilers and chillers, including the sump pumps, fan, and cooling tower repairs.
  • Performs daily water sample readings from the condensate, condenser, and chill water loops.
  • Generates and maintains electronic and paper records.
  • Orders parts through the supervisor.
  • Cleans and maintains all mechanical rooms that houses a boiler.
  • Performs other duties as required.

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    Qualifications

     

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

    EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

    EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience assisting in the operation of high-pressure boilers in excess of 15 PSI, operating boilers greater than 5HP and monitor refrigeration equipment greater than 40 tons.  

    LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Candidate must have Shelby County First Class Steam operating license. Must have valid Driver’s License. (A Shelby County First Class Refrigeration operating license is preferred.) (COPY OF LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)        

      PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and to climb and work from ladders for an extended period. 

      KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    • Knowledge of BAS systems.
    • Ability to operate computer with Windows systems.
    • Ability to manage air conditioning equipment greater than 40 tons.
    • Ability to communicate by use of telephone or radio.

     

    WORK SCHEDULE: This position is required to report to designated work location to ensure operation of essential campus functions or departments during an emergency, or when the University has suspended or delayed operations. May frequently work weekends and evenings.

     


    Job
      Crafts 
    Primary Location
      US-Tennessee-Memphis 
    Organization
      Facilities Administration-Evc 
    Schedule
      Full-time 
    Campus/Institute  Memphis 
    Job Posting
      Jan 25, 2024, 3:41:20 PM 



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