Operating Engineer A - UH Lakewood (Full Time 7a - 3:30p)

University Health • Lakewood, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate and maintain the power plant equipment where duties include generating steam, making chilled water, supplying soft water, and generating electricity. Power plant equipment includes boilers, incinerators, pumps, compressors for emergency generators. Receive direction from supervisor on a daily basis.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Class “A” Operator’s license
• Five years experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment in a high pressure steam generation plant or an equivalent combination of education and experience necessary for a Class "A" Operator's License
• Ability to maintain and repair equipment using hand and power tools
• Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and schematic drawings
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to push and pull up to 95 pounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to wear half mask respirator to comply with OSHA requirements
• Verbal communication skills to explain procedures to other engineers during training

Nice To Haves

• Technical training at a trade school

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain power plant equipment
• Generate steam
• Make chilled water
• Supply soft water
• Generate electricity
• Operate boilers, incinerators, pumps, and compressors for emergency generators
• Receive direction from supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED