Power Plant Operator / Mechanic

James Madison University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Harrisonburg, VIRGINIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Working Title Power Plant Operator / Mechanic
Position Number 7811
Posting Number S3475
State Role Title Trades Technician III
Position Type Classified
Position Status Full Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division Business Services
Department 300129 - Power Plant AUX
Pay Band 3
Pay Rate Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount $44,000-$50,500
Is this a JMU Only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Position Summary Information


General Information
The Facilities Management Department at James Madison University is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Power Plant Operator / Mechanic. Applicants must be available to work all shifts.
JMU offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes , that is designed to support and enhance the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU. Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes James Madison University a great place to work!
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Skilled and effective operation, maintenance, repair, inspection and rebuilding of Power Plant steam generating and chill water production, mechanical and related equipment.
  • Inspection, repair and maintenance of steam distribution systems and chill water systems.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Competitive candidates should possess knowledge of all aspects of repair and maintenance procedures to power plant equipment: boilers, pumps, valves, chillers, cooling towers, controls, 3 phase electric motors and steam distribution systems.
  • Applicants should have working knowledge of applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures.
  • Working skills include use of hand and power tools, welding and cutting equipment.
  • Mechanical abilities include:
    • maintaining and repairing power plant and related equipment;
    • troubleshooting and diagnosing a variety of mechanical problems;
    • ability to read and interpret gauges, recorders and monitoring equipment

  • Ability to perform simple record keeping tasks.
  • Qualified candidates will be required to work a variety of shift schedules as a primary operator/maintenance mechanic within a centralized steam generation/chiller plant production facility. JMU will provide all training required to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties and responsibilities.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations:
  • A current Facilities Operator Engineer certification (1st, 2nd, or 3rd class) or the willingness to obtain the certification.
Condition(s) of Employment
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Date 01/12/2024
Beginning Review Date 01/20/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Starting Date
EEO Statement

James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or [email protected] . You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
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Minimum Reference(s) Required 3
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/16159
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