IUOE Plant Operator, 2nd Class

With considerable latitude for independent judgment and action, is responsible for instruction and direction of the Stationary Boiler Firemen on a shift and for efficient operation and safety of all related equipment to insure adequate steam supply required to meet the demands of the River Campus and Medical Center complex; and for the operation and safety of the chilled water plant and pumping station to satisfy requirements of the connected areas.

Responsibilities

With considerable latitude for independent judgment, is responsible for instruction and direction of Stationary Boiler Firemen on a shift; efficient operation and safety of all related equipment to insure adequate steam supply for River Campus and Medical Center; operation and safety of chilled water plant and pumping station; takes over operations from previous shift and acts as shift supervisor; observes operating equipment and records daily log; oversees and instructs Firemen; ensures lubrication of pumps, fans, compressors and emergency diesel-generator equipment; tests boiler water and determines treatment/blowdown; starts and stops chilled water unit and logs readings; inspects equipment for mechanical malfunctioning; makes repairs and adjustments; performs related stationary operating duties

Requirements

High School graduation (preferably Trade School); Minimum of 3 years as a Fireman-Stationary Boilers; Instruction and training in overall operation and maintenance of a high pressure steam generation system and auxiliary equipment; Good judgment; Good physical condition; Willingness to work in an atmosphere where more than normal dirt, dust and heat are present

Nice to have

Trade School graduation (preferred)