Plant Operator III - Campus Services

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

91d

About The Position

Ensures safe and efficient operation of steam plant boilers (up to 4,000 BHP) and Chillers (up to 2000 tons) and other equipment associated with the steam and chiller plants in accordance with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards. Serves as a back-up to the Manager, Plant Operations, and trains new Plant Operators on the operation of the Emory steam and chiller plant systems. Operates and controls utility panels that monitor equipment to maintain utility services to the plants. Maintains and records entries in logbooks, operating logs, and regulatory reports. Oversees operations associated with an electrical power distribution panel. Reads and interprets OEM Manuals; reads precision instruments. Performs minor mechanical piping repairs. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with engineering practices on utility systems which include but are not limited to the following: compressed air, CO2, steam boilers, water purification, fuel oil, chillers, and glycol. Samples, tests, analyzes, mixes and injects chemicals to maintain boiler waterside conditions and blow downs. Inspects the steam plant to check meters, charts, pressures and temperatures. Ensures a clean boiler room to prevent fire hazards. Operates hand and power tools. Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals and materials and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites and safeguards against vandalism and theft. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six years of experience in a multi-boiler high pressure steam plant.
• Holds a Second Class Power Engineers License issued by NIULPE.
• A working knowledge of ASME and NFPA codes for power boilers.
• Some positions may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Capable of frequently lifting and carrying 50 pounds.
• Capable of pushing or pulling up to 150 pounds properly.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of steam plant boilers and chillers.
• Serves as a back-up to the Manager, Plant Operations.
• Trains new Plant Operators on the operation of the Emory steam and chiller plant systems.
• Operates and controls utility panels that monitor equipment.
• Maintains and records entries in logbooks, operating logs, and regulatory reports.
• Oversees operations associated with an electrical power distribution panel.
• Reads and interprets OEM Manuals and precision instruments.
• Performs minor mechanical piping repairs.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on utility systems.
• Samples, tests, analyzes, mixes and injects chemicals to maintain boiler waterside conditions.
• Inspects the steam plant to check meters, charts, pressures and temperatures.
• Ensures a clean boiler room to prevent fire hazards.
• Operates hand and power tools.
• Takes necessary precautions when working with hazardous chemicals and materials.
• Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites.

What This Job Offers

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