Operating Engineer-Apprentice ( Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm) 0134405

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The apprentice program consists of forty-eight (48) months of required classroom training and no less than 8,320 hours of on-the-job training, in accordance with the University of Pittsburgh/International Union of Operating Engineers Local 95-95A agreement. The Operating Engineer Apprentice will receive on-the-job training under the supervision of a licensed operating engineer. Responsibilities include operating mechanical systems, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, monitoring/operating building automation systems, and performing maintenance on Food Service equipment. The apprentice will also be trained and expected to participate in the operation and maintenance of the University's residence hall facilities. In addition to on-the-job training, the apprentice must complete one of eight (8) Local 95-95A courses every six (6) months to progress on the wage scale. Course requirements may change but will not exceed eight courses over the 8,320-hour apprenticeship. Progression on the wage scale requires completion of both service months and coursework. Specific license requirements include obtaining a 4th Class NIULPE License before the two-year anniversary, a 3rd Class NIULPE License before the three-year anniversary, and a 2nd Class NIULPE License before the five-year anniversary to receive a Journeyman's Assignment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license required.
• Must join Local 95-95A upon employment with the University if not currently a member.

Nice To Haves

• Additional coursework in the maintenance field preferred.
• Experience working with power tools and hand tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical systems under supervision.
• Perform selected preventive and corrective maintenance duties as directed.
• Monitor and operate building automation system hardware, software, sensors, and components.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Food Service equipment.
• Participate in the operation and maintenance of the University's residence hall facilities.
• Complete one of eight (8) Local 95-95A courses each six (6) months.
• Obtain a 4th Class NIULPE License before their two (2) year anniversary.
• Obtain a 3rd Class NIULPE License before their three (3) year anniversary.
• Obtain a 2nd Class NIULPE License prior to their 5th year anniversary and receive a Journeyman's Assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees