Operating Engineer Master- WAE

Louisiana State University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This journeyman position is for the shift operation and maintenance of the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) Complex. This 400,000 square foot facility consists of 14 buildings and includes teaching facilities, medical clinics, a hospital containing both small & large animal operating and recovery rooms, necropsy laboratories, animal incinerators, & biomedical research facilities with biological hazard laboratories. The SVM operates 7 days per week, 24 hours a day. The major equipment associated with the physical plant includes two large boilers, chillers, emergency generators, pumps & cooling towers.

Requirements

Three years of experience or training in the operation or maintenance of large stationary engines or mechanical equipment.
Possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990)
Valid Drivers License

Responsibilities

Operates above equipment and auxiliaries including firing of steam generators, starting and stopping chillers, pumps, cooling towers, etc. monitors and records operating conditions and makes adjustments as required to meet load conditions utilizing computerized Energy Management System.-60%
Performs general maintenance mechanic duties (including but not limited to: filter replacement, belt tensioning, basic plumbing, light replacement, etc.). Performs general maintenance duties in the boiler room. Other duties as assigned.-25%
Performs preventative maintenance work on boilers and related equipment such as: ventilation and refrigeration equipment, air conditioning machinery, generators, suction fans, pumps, and compressors. Performs preventative maintenance work in the boiler room.-15%