Stationary Engineer (Power Plant) - OFMD

Position Summary
The Operations & Facilities Management Department at Washington University School of Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus.
We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, covering more than 10.1 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the world’s highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management.
Furthermore, as the School of Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors.
This position operates, inspects, and follows operating procedures of boilers and chillers to satisfy varying demands of heating and cooling loads. Performs chemical and equipment tests, and monitors and records all data required to maintain a daily record of the Euclid Power Plant operation.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates boilers and chillers to satisfy the heating and cooling demands of the Washington University School of Medicine Campus.
• Watches monitors, controls, and instruments to ensure a safe and reliable operation and maintains daily accurate records of the operating conditions of the plant by posting them in the Operator’s logbook.
• Executes, daily water chemical tests of plant equipment to safeguard the operating conditions of the equipment.
• Attends any required training to comply with the Safety regulations and guidelines of the University and the Local Governing Agencies.
• Performs daily inspections of assigned areas and keeps them clean and safe for plant operation for at least one hour during the shift, when time permits.
• Assists the Euclid Power Plant Manager in developing and updating Plant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operating the Plant Equipment based on the same.

New employees will start out at a rate of $36.36 per hour and then will receive an additional 0.10 cents after 6 months according to the union contract.

Working Conditions

• Typically training for new employees is three months on our day shift (6:30 AM – 2:30 PM), but the training can either be extended or shortened based on their progress during that time.
• Ability to lift and carry tools and material weighing more than 50 pounds and be able to raise and carry with assistance items weighing 200 pounds.
• Climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, and crouches to gain access to pipes, wiring, and equipment.
• Handles a variety of hand and power tools and instruments.
• Near-visual acuity is needed to read equipment instructions, and diagrams and to inspect components.
• Depth perception is a field of vision required to fit and install parts.
• Performs all duties safely by OSHA standards, University Guidelines, and any other Governing Agency as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of experience in the operation of Power Plants equipment, organizational abilities, communication, and computer skills required to handle detail-oriented processes and receive instructions from the supervisor, proven mechanic/electric/control/instruments skills verified by actual tests.
• Associate degree in a technical field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Required Qualifications

Per Union Contract.

Grade
UP05

Salary Range
$36.46

The salary rate for this position is determined by the current union contract. Please note that there may be salary differentials for working second or third shifts.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. This position is eligible for benefits according to the bargaining unit agreement.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.