Apprentice Operating Engineer

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

23h•Onsite

About The Position

A Utility Plant Engineer Apprentice participates in a four-year apprenticeship program that includes on-the-job training in all the University’s energy plants and four years of classroom instruction at an approved vocational-technical school (1-2 evenings/week, during the academic year). The Apprentice is expected to attend all classes and pass the courses and the licensing requirements, and will be qualified to operate all energy plants after receiving the proper licenses. While in training, the Apprentice will learn to operate and understand each individual piece of equipment and system in all the University’s energy plants in a safe, reliable, and economical manner. The Apprentice is responsible for maintaining the equipment and the plant. Candidates applying for the position must pass a mechanical aptitude test in order to be considered and interviewed for the position. This position must embody the core values essential to the Facilities Organization: teamwork, innovation, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and sustainability. The Apprentice collaborates with administrative leadership within Facilities to support the Campus.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and write English.
Required to have basic mechanical, language and mathematical skills.
Work performance in prior positions.
Required to pass Mechanical Aptitude Test prior to employment.
Required to receive Blue Seal Steam license within 24 months.
Required to receive Blue Seal Refrigeration license within 36 months.
Required to pass CFC Universal Technician Certification for refrigerants within 36 months.
Upon completion of the Apprentice program, the employee will be required to join the OEIU union.
Valid Driver's License Required

Responsibilities

Participate in the apprenticeship program consisting of four years on the job training combined with four years classroom instruction at an approved vocational-technical school and pass courses and licensing requirements.
Obtain state licenses listed under qualifications in the time specified.
Work in all the University’s energy plants doing maintenance such as painting and cleaning of boilers, turbines, compressors, pumps, and cooling towers, and packing valves and pipe fitting.
Complete safety training provided by the department, covering hazardous chemicals, basic safety and first aid.
Work rotating shifts and overtime.
Wear safety equipment and adhere to all safety policies and regulations of the plants.