Power Plant Specialist

University of Kansas Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Power Plant Specialists are responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment and utilities in KUMC’s central utility plant Applegate Energy Center (AEC). AEC services are provided on a continuous 24/7 schedule. Power Plant Specialists are required to have a basic understanding of boiler systems, chilled water systems, and electrical distribution systems. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with computer-based HVAC automated control systems.
• Experience with chiller/ boiler plant operations.
• Experience of centrifugal pump operations and maintenance.
• Experience with pneumatic valve and controls.
• Routine preventive maintenance experience.
• Water treatment testing experience.
• Electrical experience.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Operating Engineer's License.
• Delta V computer operations system experience.
• Pneumatic/Electrical control experience.

Responsibilities

• Operation of multiple 40,000 lb. + steam generating boilers.
• Operation of multiple 1,250-ton centrifugal chillers.
• Monitoring an automated electrical switch gear system delivering 13.8 kilovolts to multiple grids.
• Operate emergency power generators through both automated and manual methods.
• Maintain all system parameters through a combination of automated and manual controls.
• Maintenance and repair on boiler/chiller associated equipment, pumps, fans, primary/secondary electrical control systems, pneumatic valves.
• Water treatment testing and proper record keeping/documentation.
• Operation and maintenance of a three-tier domestic water treatment system.

Benefits

• Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays.
• One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees