Steam Plant Operator

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Employee is responsible for providing operation, maintenance/repair and management of steam boilers, as well as related equipment and infrastructure.

Employee operates generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, and other boiler plant equipment; monitor systems for normal running conditions.

Employee regulates equipment operations and conditions; respond to system or unit
abnormalities, diagnose the cause, and recommend or take corrective action.

Completion of high school and 1 year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Note: Maintains required certifications.

Performs boiler operations as prescribed and scheduled by the Steam Plant Supervisor, assuring the optimal and continuous operation of the boilers and associated equipment and systems. Assists in routine maintenance and operation of steam plant systems including valves, pumps, fans, heat exchangers, water softeners, compressed air systems, burners, and fuel delivery systems.

Requires a minimum of 1 year of Boiler Operation, Mechanical Systems, Electrical, HVAC Systems, and/or Plumbing experience.

Prefer experience as a Boiler Operator in a large-scale steam production facility, including experience and knowledge of:

Employee must have the ability to maintain reports and records for operational logs as well as repair and preventive maintenance on Steam Plant equipment, and have the ability to follow industry-specific guidelines, regulations, and codes, particularly as they relate to safety and environmental practices.

Must be able to operate university-owned vehicles.

Completion of high school and at least two years of progressive experience in the performance of tasks associated with mechanical maintenance, and/or the operation of large, complex boilers; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equipment Operation: 1. Performs basic operations and routine preventative maintenance of applicable machines, equipment and tools (e.g. painting, greasing) under the supervision of a higher level operator or supervisor. 2. Monitors equipment through various software and automated systems to ensure proper and efficient operations.

Knowledge-Technical: 1. Performs routine tasks and assignments through practical application of industry standards involving operations and maintenance/repair of utility plant equipment. 2. Applies general knowledge in the operation, maintenance, methods, procedures and techniques of applicable plant equipment and safety requirements specific to the area of assignment. 3. Performs routine and standard tasks to monitor, record, sample and test equipment related to utility plant operations.

Problem Solving: Identifies and recognizes standard/routine problems with equipment through routine inspection and preventive maintenance/testing. 2. Assist with routine troubleshooting using operating systems, software, and localized instrumentation.

Safety & Health Compliance: 1. Follows industry specific guidelines, regulations and codes, particularly as they relate to safety and environmental practices. Uses appropriate protective equipment following established protocols. 2. Identifies and informs supervisor of potential safety problems. Warns others of potential hazards. Follows appropriate post-emergency procedures.

Communication: 1. Listens to instructions and asks necessary questions to complete tasks. Communicates with fellow workers in a manner that allows work to be completed.

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday per assigned schedule of 40 hours per week. Assigned schedule is subject to change per operational needs.

Position is considered MANDATORY and is expected to be available to work during university emergencies, closures and adverse

Employee will be subject to several extremes of limited access space, heat, cold, dust, and dirt on a daily basis. Heavy lifting in excess of 50-100 pounds is also required on a limited basis.

Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.

Appalachian State University Benefits Information: https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits

Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver's license.