Day-Shift Boiler Operator — Campus Facilities

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reduction

Educational assistance

Job summary

University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking a Boiler Maintenance Operator to perform maintenance, repair, and operation of boilers across UMKC's Volker and Health Sciences Campuses. The role collaborates with HVAC, electrical and plumbing teams and supports a wide range of campus buildings.

The position offers competitive benefits including health, dental, life and other insurance, a retirement program, and educational assistance with tuition reductions for employees and spouses/dependents.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; demonstrated skills may offset this requirement.
• Knowledge of heating boilers and ability to operate boilers and related equipment.
• Knowledge and skill in the maintenance and use of tools for general building maintenance.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical codes.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Periodically clean boilers inside and out; inspect for defects and prepare for overhauls.
• Maintain freeze protection system and respond to alarms; assist in power plant tasks.
• Check boilers daily for leaks, perform routine repairs, replace worn parts, and assist in major repairs.
• Read and record information from gauges; operate controls to maintain desired levels.
• May substitute for other positions and perform routine maintenance duties.

Skills

Boiler operation

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Physical coordination

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools maintenance

Job description

University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking a Boiler Maintenance Operator to perform maintenance, repair, and operation of boilers across UMKC's Volker and Health Sciences Campuses. The role collaborates with HVAC, electrical and plumbing teams and supports a wide range of campus buildings.

The position offers competitive benefits including health, dental, life and other insurance, a retirement program, and educational assistance with tuition reductions for employees and spouses/dependents.