Utilities Plant Op Supervisor

University of North Carolina at Greensboro, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Greensboro, INDIANA
Deadline: 01 May 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Requisition Number S2787
Position Number 003867
Position Classification Title Utilities Plant Op Supervisor
Functional Title Utilities Plant Op Supervisor
Position Type 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 nearly 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 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to observe, monitor, operate, or supervise the operation of one 40,000-pound-per-hour and three 50,000-pound-per-hour boilers and all related boiler plant machinery on designated shifts. Supervise or operate the Computerized Boiler Control System, corrective and preventive maintenance as required, to ensure a smooth and constant flow of steam to the campus around the clock. Supervise or conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on the campus steam and condensate distribution systems as required. An additional major purpose of this position is the monitoring, testing, and treatment of boiler water, feedwater, and condensate to prevent damage to equipment due to corrosion, scale, and/or solids in the system. A secondary responsibility is the operation and maintenance of three additional hot water satellite boilers located in various campus buildings. Conduct training of Plant Operators on all phases of operation and maintenance.
  • Supervise and/or operate plant – 20%
  • Supervise and/or perform chemical tests and water treatment as required – 18%
  • Supervise and/or record log readings at 4-hour intervals and ensure inspection of operation equipment is performed hourly – 15%
  • Supervise and/or conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on a designated shift – 12%
  • Supervise and/or conduct inspections of operations and stand-by equipment on a designated shift – 10%
  • Supervise and/or conduct boiler system blowdowns and LWCO tests on a designated shift – 10%
  • Supervise the preparation of boiler and pressure vessels for inspection by insurance company – 10%
  • Supervise and/or perform fuel oil handling and use (when burning oil) – 5%


This position is a mandatory essential position, as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalency and four (4) years of experience in applicable utility operations, of which one (1) year is supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Certifications may be required.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
  • Must have prior experience with industrial boilers. 
  • Preferred experience with computers, plumbing, electrical, and control wiring.
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.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:
  • Name,
  • Company Name,
  • Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
  • Email Address
  • Contact Phone Number
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    Recruitment Range $47,357 - $51,844
    Org #-Department Utility Operations - 56406
    Work Hours of Position 10:45pm-7:00am, Sun-Th
    Number of Months per Year 12
    Posting Requirements
    Job Family Operations and Skilled Trades
    Career Banded Title Utilities Plant Op Supervisor
    Open Date 03/31/2024
    Close Date 05/01/2024
    FTE 1.000
    FLSA Non-Exempt
    If other, please indicate
    If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
    Salary Grade Equivalency

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