Campus Utility Plant Operator — Steam & Power Ops

Kutztown University; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kutztown University is seeking Utility Plant Operators to support campus operations through safe, reliable operation of the university's utility plant systems. Responsibilities include operating boilers, chillers, pumps, and related equipment to generate and distribute steam, hot water, chilled water, and emergency power.

Positions may be classified as Utility Plant Operator 1 or 2 based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Completion of a terminal degree/certificate in mechanical technology including boiler/engine operation.
• 1+ year of experience with steam distribution systems.
• 1+ year of experience with water distribution systems and testing/treatment.
• 1+ year of experience identifying, troubleshooting, and repairing boilers and plant systems.
• Welding certification.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of boiler plant operation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and related equipment.
• Ensure safe and reliable campus utility services in support of the university mission.
• Provide lead work direction to utility plant personnel as required.
• Respond to plant operational issues during assigned shifts and document findings.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service for essential campus operations.

Skills

Steam distribution experience

Water distribution experience

Boiler plant operation knowledge

Oral & written communication

Safety procedures knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Mechanical technology certificate/terminal degree

Tools

Welding certification

Job description

Kutztown University is seeking Utility Plant Operators to support campus operations through safe, reliable operation of the university's utility plant systems. Responsibilities include operating boilers, chillers, pumps, and related equipment to generate and distribute steam, hot water, chilled water, and emergency power.

Positions may be classified as Utility Plant Operator 1 or 2 based on education and experience.