Operating Engineer - Pittsburgh, PA

VetJobs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Operating Engineer to manage and operate the campus' mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance and run building automation systems to ensure a safe, efficient campus environment.

Qualified candidates must hold a Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or NIULPE, plus Universal CFC certification; mobile on campus, able to lift 50 lbs, and comfortable with ladder work and tight spaces as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or equivalent NIULPE is required.
• Universal CFC certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mobility on campus

Driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Building automation knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

PA Class 4 Power Engineer License

NIULPE Certification

Universal CFC Certification

Job description

Job Description

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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 Sunday & Monday 10pm - 6am; Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6am - 2pm

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.

Required Documents Resume

Optional Documents Not Applicable

Auto req ID 480153BR

Minimum Education Required High School/GED

Job_Category Operations

City Pittsburgh

State Pennsylvania

Job Code Education Educational and Training Services

Affiliate Sponsor Pitt