Operating Engineer

The University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Operating Engineer to operate all mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems on campus, monitor building automation, and perform preventive and corrective maintenance.

Candidates must hold a Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or equivalent NIULPE, have at least three years of licensed experience, and be able to work the Tuesday–Saturday night shift and access confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years experience as licensed stationary or operating engineer.
• License: Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or NIULPE/Universal CFC.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and access confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on campus.
• Monitor and operate building automation system hardware, software, sensors, and components.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as directed.

Skills

Mobility around campus

Lifting 50 lbs

Valid PA driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Building automation systems

DDC control experience

Job description

Work-in Process Labor - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26006573 )

Job Summary

The Operating Engineer is responsible for properly operating all mechanical systems; for performing selected preventive and corrective maintenance duties as directed; for monitoring and operating building automation system hardware, software, sensors, and components. The incumbent will be responsible for the operation, preventive and corrective maintenance for all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This position requires a minimum class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineers License or equivalent NIULPE, Universal CFC Certification, preferred five years’ experience as a licensed stationary or operating engineer: a minimum of three years’ experience monitoring and operating building automation systems controlling a large and complex physical plant. Computer-based energy management systems and DDC control experience preferred. Incumbent must be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 pounds, crawl into confined spaces including manholes and utility tunnels as well as maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions

Incumbent must be able to be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 lbs., crawl and have above average sensory perception; must possess valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Physical Effort

Incumbent will be required to climb ladders, crawl into confined spaces including manholes, and utility tunnels. Also, must be able to maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Union Eligible.95 Pittsburgh.Operating Engineer

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Required Licensure/Certification Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or Equivalent NIULPE, Universal CFC

Work Schedule Tuesday - Saturday, 10pm - 6am

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range Per Collective Bargaining Agreement

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.