Steam & Power Plant IV

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

17h

About The Position

The Steam & Power Plant IV supervises all operators on an assigned shift and directs the safe and effective operation of Abbott Power Plant equipment and systems. The position oversees Power Plant Operating Engineers (Steam and Power Plant I, II, and III), assigns their duties, and supervises staff training. The role monitors plant operations, keeps a daily log of operational changes, inspects work areas and equipment, assists operators, and communicates equipment problems to maintenance personnel. It also helps ensure shift coverage when vacancies arise. The position promotes safe operations through training, safety meetings, toolbox talks, crew inspections, safety planning, and hazard investigations. It monitors compliance with safety and security policies and coordinates supplemental inspections when new equipment, substances, or processes are introduced or when hazards are discovered. The work environment may be hot, humid, noisy, dusty, and involve high-temperature or high-pressure steam and water, high-voltage electricity, radiation, asbestos, insulation, chemicals, severe weather, confined spaces, and unpleasant fumes or odors. Outside work is required in all seasons. This is a full-time, 12-month Civil Service appointment. The expected start date is as soon as possible after December 7, 2026. The hourly rate is $57.43. The position is not eligible for work-authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least four years (48 months) of work experience in the maintenance and operation of steam and power plant equipment.
At least one year (12 months) of work experience in a position comparable to Steam and Power Plant III.
Possession of current and valid licenses and certificates required by the employing institution.
Knowledge of power plant systems and equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, switchgear, and auxiliary equipment.
Complete knowledge of incoming and outgoing electrical distribution systems and the ability to isolate the electrical system from the local power provider during emergencies.
Complete knowledge of steam distribution systems, the interaction between campus steam systems, and how to control them.
Understanding of systems connected with operated equipment, including steam, water, and air systems.
Ability to understand manufacturer startup procedures and operating standards, piping diagrams, and blueprints.
Ability to make decisions quickly and communicate with the operating crew and management.
Ability to supervise and instruct.
Successful completion of the training program established for the Steam and Power Plant Level IV position.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assign duties to shift Power Plant Operating Engineers in Steam and Power Plant levels I, II, and III.
Supervise operation of mechanical and electrical equipment in, or directly associated with, Abbott Power Plant.
Supervise training of shift personnel and assign employees for training or upgrade purposes.
Record operational changes in the daily log book.
Frequently inspect work areas to ensure equipment is operating properly.
Ensure equipment functions properly and personnel are trained in its use.
Supervise and assist with cleaning power plant equipment.
Fill vacancies on succeeding shifts as they become known.
Assist operators as necessary.
Communicate equipment problems to appropriate maintenance personnel.
Ensure competent and knowledgeable persons conduct regularly scheduled shop safety meetings.
Promote safe operations, provide safety training, and support departmental safety initiatives and programs.
Conduct routine safety training sessions, monthly safety meetings, and toolbox talks, and follow up to ensure safe work practices and habits are followed.
Inspect crew jobsites for unsafe practices and conditions, document findings, and forward them to administrative or management personnel.
Coordinate supplemental inspections when new equipment, substances, or processes are introduced or when new or previously indistinguishable hazards are discovered.
Assist with safety planning and hazard investigations.
Monitor personnel to ensure safety and security policies are followed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.