Utility Plant Operator

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University is seeking Utility Plant Operators at various experience levels to join Utilities & Energy Services. This department is committed to being a world-class leader in utility and energy services, focusing on efficiency, resource stewardship, and environmental responsibility. The role involves operating and maintaining utility plant systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Multiple openings are available, and the position is located in College Station, TX, with a 12-hour rotating shift schedule that includes seven consecutive days off between rotations. Remote work is not available.

Requirements

• Requires high school or equivalent & 5 years of utility plant operation experience (for Senior Utility Plant Operator).
• Requires high school or equivalent & 3 years of utility plant operation experience (for Utility Plant Operator).
• Responsible for safely and efficiently operating the utility plant and satellite plant heating and cooling systems.
• May drive University vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operates steam boiler, high pressure pumping units, vacuum pumps, chilled water systems, boiler feed pumps, and auxiliary equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Assists in observation of switchboard for electrical load changes.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs equipment.
• Observes and operates controls on cooling and water towers.
• Assists in the operation of water heating and chilling systems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

What This Job Offers

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