Plant Utilities Assistant (Grade 9) - Farmingdale State College
About The Position
Monitors equipment consoles. Reads, analyzes, and follows up on all console readings, charts, and trouble calls. Adjusts equipment controls to correct malfunction when indicated by observation or in response to a signal. Reads and records gas, steam, water, and electrical meter readings. Fills out plant logs, incident and Quality Assurance Reports. Advises supervisor when repairs are required. Receives and distributes fuel supplies required for all program locations. Performs preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems. As instructed, and under the guidance and supervision of qualified personnel, uses specific chemicals to treat water used in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Cleans strainers and coils. Maintains steam traps. Changes filters. Regenerates water softeners. Installs, removes, washes, and stores window air conditioners. May determine if refrigeration system is low on refrigerant; if so, identifies type and amount of refrigerant needed, and prepares system for charge. Performs minor repairs such as replacing worn gaskets, changing belts and tightening joints, and assisting Plant Utilities Engineers 1 in the maintenance and overhaul of boilers and in the repair of stationary equipment. Performs semiskilled plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration work, and skilled work in these areas under supervision, or after receiving detailed instructions. Determines if water regulator valves need rebuilding or repair. Threads, solders or glues and installs pipe. Re-packs pumps and valves. Assists in the repair, maintenance, and operation of plant alarm and signal systems. Assists in the monitoring and operation of building management or automation systems, and energy management systems related to the control of clocks, lighting, filtering systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and boiler energy management systems. Cleans mechanical rooms. As assigned, during night shifts, weekends or on holidays, responds to calls concerning mechanical, electrical, or plumbing breakdowns outside of the plant, troubleshoots the problem, and makes necessary repairs or advises the appropriate authority regarding the problem. May provide instruction to labor class positions on routine jobs and equipment inspections. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.
Requirements
- One year of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, HVAC, and/or auxiliary plant utilities equipment in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities.
- Valid Driver's License required.
Nice To Haves
- Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
- Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
- Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.
Responsibilities
- Monitors equipment consoles.
- Reads, analyzes, and follows up on all console readings, charts, and trouble calls.
- Adjusts equipment controls to correct malfunction when indicated by observation or in response to a signal.
- Reads and records gas, steam, water, and electrical meter readings.
- Fills out plant logs, incident and Quality Assurance Reports.
- Advises supervisor when repairs are required.
- Receives and distributes fuel supplies required for all program locations.
- Performs preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems.
- As instructed, and under the guidance and supervision of qualified personnel, uses specific chemicals to treat water used in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
- Cleans strainers and coils.
- Maintains steam traps.
- Changes filters.
- Regenerates water softeners.
- Installs, removes, washes, and stores window air conditioners.
- May determine if refrigeration system is low on refrigerant; if so, identifies type and amount of refrigerant needed, and prepares system for charge.
- Performs minor repairs such as replacing worn gaskets, changing belts and tightening joints, and assisting Plant Utilities Engineers 1 in the maintenance and overhaul of boilers and in the repair of stationary equipment.
- Performs semiskilled plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration work, and skilled work in these areas under supervision, or after receiving detailed instructions.
- Determines if water regulator valves need rebuilding or repair.
- Threads, solders or glues and installs pipe.
- Re-packs pumps and valves.
- Assists in the repair, maintenance, and operation of plant alarm and signal systems.
- Assists in the monitoring and operation of building management or automation systems, and energy management systems related to the control of clocks, lighting, filtering systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and boiler energy management systems.
- Cleans mechanical rooms.
- As assigned, during night shifts, weekends or on holidays, responds to calls concerning mechanical, electrical, or plumbing breakdowns outside of the plant, troubleshoots the problem, and makes necessary repairs or advises the appropriate authority regarding the problem.
- May provide instruction to labor class positions on routine jobs and equipment inspections.
Benefits
- The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans
- Click here for New York State Benefits Summary.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
