Boiler Plant Operating Engineer — Third Shift (Union)

Macalester; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union pension contributions

Health Savings Account

Vacation & holidays

Life & disability insurance

Free primary care (Nice Healthcare)

Job summary

Macalester College seeks an Operating Engineer to monitor, maintain, and operate the central heating plant and chillers during the academic year. The role includes third-shift duties from 11pm to 7am on a rotating pattern, with summer adjustments to a first-shift maintenance schedule.

After a 6-month probation, the successful candidate will join International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 70. This is a union position with generous benefits and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Minnesota First Class B Boiler Operator license.
• Strong knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler operation, principles, applications, and dangers.
• Knowledge of electricity, HVAC, and plumbing for testing and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Testing, monitoring, maintenance, repair, and operation of high-pressure boilers and related equipment.
• Monitor boiler water quality and administer chemical treatment as indicated.
• Monitor building automation systems for temperature control and alarm response.
• Follow safe work practices and environmental, health and safety policies.
• Provide Central Plant support for special events, including weekends and holidays.

Job description

Macalester College seeks an Operating Engineer to monitor, maintain, and operate the central heating plant and chillers during the academic year. The role includes third-shift duties from 11pm to 7am on a rotating pattern, with summer adjustments to a first-shift maintenance schedule.

After a 6-month probation, the successful candidate will join International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 70. This is a union position with generous benefits and retirement contributions.