CENTRAL PLANT OPERATOR (4)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Central Plant Operator to maintain, operate, test and monitor reciprocating and centrifugal chillers and related equipment in the Central Plants and campus facilities.

Key duties include monitoring system performance, recording operating data, performing maintenance and adjustments, managing water treatment and chemical feed rates, calibrating control components and carrying out repairs or installations as needed. Onsite with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience required.
• Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Performs duties and responsibilities of the Central Plant Repairer including maintenance, repair modification, replacement and installation on chiller and refrigerator units, electrical and mechanical components and supporting equipment located in the Central Plant buildings and in other outlying facilities on campus.
• Monitors the performance of chilled water systems and equipment, records operating status including temperatures, pressures, water levels, leaks, chemicals, refrigerants, oil levels, flow rates and unusual conditions.
• Inspects, records and makes adjustments in chillers, chiller components and support equipment operation according to data.
• Tests and adjusts water treatment and chemical feed rates; maintains chemical levels and replaces chemicals when required.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates, maintains, repairs and installs monitoring instrumentation and control components.
• Performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of chillers and related equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CENTRAL PLANT OPERATOR (T239658)

Central Plant Operator

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Job Summary

To maintain, operate, test and monitor the operation and performance of reciprocating and centrifugal chillers, chiller components and associated equipment located in the Central Plants and other campus facilities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Performs duties and responsibilities of the Central Plant Repairer including performing maintenance, repair modification, replacement and installation on chiller and refrigerator units, electrical and mechanical components and supporting equipment located in the Central Plant buildings and in other outlying facilities on campus.
2. Monitors the performance of chilled water systems and equipment, and records the operating status to include temperatures, pressures, cooling tower sump water levels, water leaks, chemicals, refrigerants and oil levels, flow rates, unusual conditions (vibrations, heat, noise, odors, etc.) and other operating data.
3. Inspects, records and makes required adjustments in chillers, chiller components and support equipment operation according to recorded data.
4. Tests and makes needed adjustments in water treatment and chemical feed rates according to test results. Maintains water treatment chemical levels and replaces chemicals when required.
5. Inspects, tests, calibrates, maintains, repairs and installs monitoring instrumentation and control components including receivers-controllers, switches, relays, control panels, electronic and computer circuit boards, sensors, transmitters, pressure regulators, thermostats and other similar items.
6. Performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of chillers, chiller components and supporting equipment.
7. Performs other duties as assigned

Hourly Pay Range: $21.80 - $28.35

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience required.
• Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Facilities

Organization

112802010 Chilled Water

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Onsite