Heating Plant Operator
norwich universityNorthfield (VT)
About the role
Heating Plant Operator Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by operating and maintaining central heating plant/ biomass systems and equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Operates boilers and auxiliary equipment for generation of 25 psi to 125 psi steam.
- Operates steam-driven turbines and auxiliary equipment for 480 volt, 3 phase, and power generation.
- Collects plant process data and logs throughout shift.
- Performs maintenance on equipment as required.
- Performs standard tests on water and steam condensate and chemically treats as needed.
- Follows procedures and safety rules as required. Implements lockout/tag-out and confined entry policies to comply with O.S.H.A.Performs other heating plant related responsibilities as necessary.
- May cross-train in other mechanical/electrical trade shops and support other Facilities Services department needs.
- Receives # 2 oil and wood chip deliveries at heating plant.
- Fills in for heating plant supervisor as needed, including taking 'on-call' pager.
- Reads gauges and thermometers and climb ladders.
- Shovels snow during winter season.
- Other Functions:
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information.
- Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.
- Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups, or other designated bodies as assigned.
- Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software.
- Speaks, reads, and writes in English.
- Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device.
- Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements:
- Working experience in boiler operation for 25 to 125 psi steam and turbine generator operation is preferred.
- Driver's license required
- Must know spill prevention, control, and countermeasure process for heating plant. Must have thorough understanding of combustion control systems.
- Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check and physical exam
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook) preferred
- Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 80 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus
- Environmental Conditions:
- Indoor work in a heating plant
- High level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes.
Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship.
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