Campus Utility Plant Technician

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico seeks a skilled Utility Plant Technician to support operation and maintenance of steam, chilled water, electricity and compressed air systems across the campus. You will operate boilers, chillers, turbines and generators, while monitoring performance, testing water chemistry, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

You will document activities in CMMS, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in training junior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year directly related experience.
• Credentials: New Mexico CID Low Pressure Boiler License (BO1) and High Pressure Boiler License (BO2).
• Must pass pre-employment background check and post-offer physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers, turbines, generators, and related equipment.
• Monitor and control steam, chilled water, electricity, and compressed air generation.
• Test water chemistry and monitor system parameters; record operational data.
• Use CMMS for data entry and preventive maintenance planning.

Skills

Experience in facilities maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Boiler operation tools

Job description

The University of New Mexico seeks a skilled Utility Plant Technician to support operation and maintenance of steam, chilled water, electricity and compressed air systems across the campus. You will operate boilers, chillers, turbines and generators, while monitoring performance, testing water chemistry, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

You will document activities in CMMS, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in training junior staff.