Stationary Engineer Senior Technician

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Stationary Engineer Senior Technician assists the Central Plants Supervisor with operating and maintaining the University of Arizona’s Central Utility Plants. These facilities generate and distribute steam and chilled water for campus heating and cooling, use natural gas combustion turbines to produce electricity and steam, and operate water treatment systems that supply purified water to campus facilities and research operations. The position monitors plant equipment under general supervision, supports routine operations and maintenance, and documents operating data and preventive maintenance activity. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and based at the Tucson Campus in Tucson, Arizona. The position is non-exempt and offers an hourly rate of $25.50–$31.88. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, apprenticeship training, and relevant experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
• Skill in using hand tools and power tools of the trade.
• Knowledge of boiler and/or chiller equipment, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the refrigeration cycle as applied to large (>1,000-ton) centrifugal chillers and pump performance characteristics, including temperature, flow, and pressure.
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining high-volume steam boilers and steam plant components in integrated heating and cooling plant normal and emergency operations, utilizing a thermal energy storage system.

Nice To Haves

• At least four years of experience with chillers of 500 tons or higher.
• At least four years of experience with boilers rated at 35,000 lb./hr. (125# steam) or larger.
• Computer experience using MS Word, Excel, and energy management systems such as Trane Summit, Johnson Metysis, Barber Coleman, or CBSIEBE.

Responsibilities

• Monitor central plant boilers, chillers, and auxiliary equipment using standard software programs such as Trane SC/ES and Rockwell.
• Read and log gauges, meters, pressure indicators, and temperature indicators to verify normal operating conditions.
• Make routine adjustments to baseline environmental and system controls according to established protocols and daily facility demands.
• Perform standard water chemistry testing and add pre-measured chemical treatments to maintain system compliance.
• Conduct regular visual inspections of plant machinery, maintain safe working conditions, and report equipment anomalies or emergencies to the lead technician or supervisor.
• Assist with routine operation and basic maintenance of central utility plant machinery, including boilers, chillers, and auxiliary power generation support equipment.
• Execute scheduled thermal ice storage charging and deployment sequences according to predetermined off-peak and on-peak procedures.
• Perform routine visual inspections and baseline adjustments to support reliable system operation and energy conservation under general guidance.
• Document operational data, meter readings, and plant status in standard logs and computer tracking systems.
• Prepare and submit routine operational charts and completed preventive maintenance reports to verify compliance with scheduled plant maintenance programs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition reduction at U of A, ASU, and NAU for the employee and qualified family members.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities.
• Work-life programs.

What This Job Offers

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