Operating Engineer / Mechanic

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 27,481 - 39,139; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, medical and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Retirement benefits

Job summary

University of Oklahoma Health Campus in downtown Oklahoma City is seeking an Operating Engineer/Mechanic to join the team. Under direct supervision you will assist with maintenance and repair of the steam and chill water plant generating equipment and its related systems, contributing to reliable operation and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of steam and chill water plant operation experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 6 months of steam and chill water plant operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and repair of the steam and chill water plant generating equipment and its related peripheral equipment, tunnel distribution system, and all equipment assigned to the plant.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted pay rate of $24.18 an hour, depending on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Other

Travel: Not required

For Best Consideration Date: 05/26/2026

Position Introduction

Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your steam and chill water plant operations experience in an environment where your hard work is rewarded with opportunities for career longevity, stability, and great benefits including health, medical and vision insurance, ample paid time off and holiday pay as well as excellent retirement benefits? Come join the staff at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus in downtown Oklahoma City and become part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU Health Campus is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently seeking a Operating Engineer/Mechanic to join our team who will under direct supervision assist with maintenance and repair of the steam and chill water plant generating equipment and its related peripheral equipment, tunnel distribution system, and all equipment assigned to the plant.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 6months of steam andchill water plant operation experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date
• State of Oklahoma High Pressure Boiler License

Department Preferences

Ability to obtain specifically a Class IV Oklahoma High Pressure Boiler License within one year of hire date.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes