Oiler

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oiler at Yale University's Central Power Plant coordinates operation and inspection of high pressure boilers, gas turbines, diesel generators, steam turbines, chillers and related systems to ensure safe, efficient power generation. The role requires following written instructions and maintaining accurate records.

Rotating 12-hour shifts and compliance with safety standards are essential, with four years of power plant operation experience and necessary licenses (OE2, driver’s license, OSHA

Qualifications

• Must have at least four (4) years of power plant operation.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with the Watch Engineer in the operation and inspection of high pressure boilers, gas turbines, diesel generators, steam turbines, chillers, and related systems.
• Maintains plant operation computer-based records, interprets results, and initiates actions after notifying the watch engineer.
• Reads all gauges and meters, notifies the watch engineer when readings deviate from normal, and takes corrective measures.
• Coordinates with the watch engineer and starts or secures all major and auxiliary equipment, adjusts operating controls for efficiency.

Job description

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Salary Range

$41.28

Job Requisition ID

130003WD

Overview

The Oiler provides essential services to the University's power plants by coordinating the operation and inspection of various power plant equipment. Responsibilities include performing system testing, overseeing general plant operations, maintaining accurate record-keeping, and operating controls to achieve maximum operating efficiencies. The role requires following written instructions precisely and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and operational standards.

Hours

ROTATING 12 HR SHIFT. 4 ON 4 OFF

Date Last Bid Accepted

10/20/25 at 5:00 p.m.

Location

Central Power Plant

Principal Responsibilities

• 1. Coordinates with the Watch Engineer in the operation and inspection of high pressure boilers, gas turbines, diesel generators, steam turbines, chillers,compressors, cooling towers,fuel systems, all related auxiliary systems and control systems consistent with plant standard operating procedures.
• 2. Maintains plant operation computer based records, interprets results, and initiates actions after notifying the watch engineer.
• 3. Reads all gauges and meters, notifies the watch engineer when readings deviate from normal, and takes corrective measures.
• 4. Coordinates with the watch engineer and starts or secures all major and auxiliary pieces of equipment, adjusts operating controls of the systems to achieve maximum operating efficiency while responding to changes in electric, steam and chilled water demands.
• 5. Tests all water systems, interprets results, and determines the amount of treatment to be added to the water systems to maintain proper residuals. Insures the Watch Engineer is aware of any abnormal or unexpected chemistry conditions.
• 6. Reads, understands, uses and updates technical manuals, shop drawings and blue prints.
• 7. Uses small tools and instruments.
• 8. Locks and tags plant systems as requested by the Watch Engineer.
• 9. Selects proper lubricants and lubricates machinery as required.
• 10. Performs minor maintenance and touch up painting, maintains clean work area.
• 11. Performs related duties as required or assigned.
• 12. Observes safety standards and practices.
• 13. Trains new hires/transferees in all proper operations, safety standards and practices.
• 14. Assists plant supervision in writing and editing plant operational procedures.

Required Education and Experience

• 1. Must have at least four (4) years of power plant operation.
• 2. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• 1. Candidates must have a State of CT OE2 license.
• 2. Must hold valid driver's license.
• 3. OSHA 10 certificate.

Required Skills and Abilities

Ability to read, write and follow written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• l. Climb ladders in excess of twenty (20) feet (and may ride and work from mechanical lifts; if applicable). Walks on catwalks.
• 2. Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling and/or squatting.
• 3. Occasional work on knees.
• 4. Occasional overhead work.
• 5. Work in all types of weather.
• 6. Work in dusty and dirty areas.
• 7. Work in extreme temperatures (indoors and out) in compliance with OSHA.
• 8. Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion as necessary while working with tools, equipment and materials.
• 9. Moves, assembles, lift sand carries equipment, tools and materials of up to SO lbs. without assistance. This includes from floor to chest height (the reverse is also true).

Original Job Posting Date

10/08/2025

Job Category

Service Worker

Bargaining Unit

L35

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade 11

Time Type

Full time

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific dutiesand responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties throughtheir hiring department.

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