*Senior Operating Engineer/Mechanical Journeyman (Maintenance)

Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities.  OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges.   We are currently building work-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer.  We currently have an opening in our Steam & Chill Water Plant for a Senior Operating Engineer and Mechanical Journeyman.  

Under general direction, maintains and repairs moderate to complex steam and chill water plant generating equipment and its related peripheral equipment, the tunnel distribution system, and all equipment assigned to the plant.  

Duties:

• Monitors, adjusts, and operates boilers, chillers, and cooling towers.
• May record and maintain auxiliary equipment records.
• Mixes/combines various chemicals following instructions and safety procedures.  
• Conducts various water tests to check chemical levels.  Determines when to adjust the chemical levels.  Discusses any problems with Lead or Supervisor.
• Troubleshoots any problems with the equipment.  Performs periodic, preventive maintenance inspections.
• May train new employees, including but not limited to, steam and chill equipment operation and the importance of maintaining equipment records.  May train employees how to mix/combine chemicals and any safety precautions, and the proper use of various chemicals. 
• Performs more complex plant maintenance duties, to include but not limited to maintaining equipment and performing repairs within the individual's level of expertise.
• May remove snow and ice from sidewalks, streets, and parking lots using tools and/or heavy equipment.
• Participates in training and educational activities.  May train other employees on procedures and operation of equipment.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of any site support position to include assisting any skilled trade.

Required Education: High School diploma or GED, AND:

• 18 months of steam and chill water plant operation experience.

Skills:

• Knowledge of steam and chill equipment and operations.
• Ability to operate highly specialized equipment.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment to solve problems.
• Ability to follow complex instructions and procedures.
• Ability to read schematics, blue prints and drawings.
• Ability to understand and apply safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to multitask.

Certifications:

• State of Oklahoma Class II Boiler License OR a  High Pressure Boiler License from another state, with the ability to acquire a State of Oklahoma Class II Boiler License within one year from hire date.
• Valid Oklahoma Drivers License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date.

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Standing and walking for prolonged periods.  
  • Ability to grasp, reach, twist, bend and kneel.  
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted.
• Environmental:
  • Works in a power plant environment and with large machinery.  
  • Exposure to hazardous conditions.
  • Exposure to steam, electricity,  high voltage, hazardous chemicals, extreme cold and heat, wet, humid and noisy environment.  
  • When required, must wear appropriate safety equipment. 

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