Central Plant Operator and Central Plant Operator, Senior

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

7d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management, Central Plant, seeks Central Plant Operators and Central Plant Operator Seniors for the Central Plants at all ASU campuses to assist in the monitoring, operating, repairing and performing preventative maintenance on boilers and/or chillers and related equipment. Central Plants are 24/7 operating facilities. This position will require working at all ASU campus locations based on program need.

Requirements

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Three years experience in the operation of boiler and/or chiller equipment and related systems; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Experience in: using hand tools of the trade.
Experience in: monitoring, operating and maintaining boilers and/or chillers.
Experience in: operating and maintaining large (>1000 ton) centrifugal chillers.
Experience in: using a DCS workstations or equivalent.
Experience in: using Microsoft Word and Excel for trend analysis and analytical reports.
Demonstrated knowledge of: boiler and/or chiller equipment, operation and maintenance.
Demonstrated knowledge of: the refrigeration cycle and how it applies to large (> 1000 ton) centrifugal chillers in pump performance characteristics (temperature, flow and pressure).
Demonstrated knowledge of: operating and maintaining high volume steam boilers and steam plant components of integrated heating and cooling plant normal and emergency operations, utilizing a thermal energy storage system, and applying sustainability practices as appropriate to large campus distribution system.
Evidence of: effective communication skills
Must possess EPA/CFC certification or be able to obtain within six months of employment.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include audiogram, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Some positions in this classification may require Chloroflourocarbons Certification upon employment.
Some positions in this classification may require a current Arizona driver's license upon employment.
EPA /CFC certification

Responsibilities

Monitor various gauges, gas and draft meters, pressure and temperature indicators to verify operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and/or other related equipment.
Prepare logs, charts and reports of operating conditions.
Clean, paint, lubricate, service and perform minor maintenance adjustments necessary to ensure safe and economical operation of all central plant equipment and submit reports to ensure efficient utilization of equipment and adherence to the preventive maintenance program.
Make chemical analysis of water samples and adjusts amounts of chemicals being used to protect equipment properly.
Operate data center and computer to question or verify specified operating conditions at various university facilities as required; initiate corrective action in trouble or emergency situations by notifying proper department or dispatching appropriate personnel to site.
Perform maintenance in disassembly, assembly, repair and cleaning of boilers, chillers or other related plant equipment as required.
Apply safety standards at all times and maintain good housekeeping practices to provide safe working conditions.
Report problems affecting plant safety to appropriate personnel.
Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships