Plant Utilities Assistant

Binghamton University; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Binghamton University is seeking a Plant Utilities Assistant to support the operation and maintenance of heating systems in Binghamton, NY. The role involves assisting engineers in both field heating and Central Heating Plant operations.

Qualifications include training in stationary engineering and relevant mechanical experience. Candidates must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in NYS and able to work shifts, including weekends. This position requires adherence to safety protocols and effective collaboration.

Qualifications

• Special application required during the continuous recruitment period.
• Must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in NYS.
• Ability to enter confined spaces and respiratory fit required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of coal/gas high temperature heating plant.
• Respond to emergency requests and operate electronic monitoring systems.
• Follow established safe work practices and use appropriate protective equipment.

Education

Training course in fundamentals of stationary engineering

Experience in operation and/or maintenance of high-pressure type steam boilers

Tools

MAXIMO facilities management system

KRONOS time management system

Job description

Duties Description

Depending on overall University work requirements, a Plant Utilities Assistant may be assigned to either the field heating force or the Central Heating Plant. An assignment to the Central Heating Plant will involve assisting the Plant Utilities Engineers in the operation and maintenance of our coal/gas high temperature, hot water heating plant. An assignment to the field heating force may involve assisting a Plant Utilities Engineer in the maintenance, repair and alterations to any mechanical systems serving the University buildings.

A field heating force assignment may also require serving as operator of our electronic monitoring systems and responding to emergency requests. This individual may need to develop computer skills to operate the department's facilities management system (MAXIMO), time management systems (KRONOS), and the campus purchasing system as implemented in their area on their level.

Minimum Qualifications

Special application required during continuous recruitment period. This is a decentralized exam position. Satisfactory completion of a training course in fundamentals of stationary engineering and either satisfactory completion of an appropriate mechanical or electrical experience; or one year of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of high‑pressure type steam boilers or of auxiliary high‑pressure steam lines and equipment.

Employees are required to maintain an awareness of typical hazards of the workplace as well as the special hazards that may be encountered on campus such as asbestos, toxic materials, unsafe equipment, and unsafe situations at the work site. Employees are expected to follow established safe work practices and use appropriate protective equipment.

Additional Comments

Individuals interested in applying to either the Plant Utilities Assistant or Plant Utilities Engineer 1 positions must apply during continuous recruitment period. If you have previously applied, applications are good for 2 years and you will be canvassed. If you are unsure of your current status, please reach out to HR.

Shift work and weekends may be required. Initial assignment will be in the Monitor Board primarily on days 7‑3 with two 3‑11 pm shift duties Friday and Wednesday as well as every other weekend each pay cycle. Pass days are rotating Thursday, Tuesday and every other weekend in the pay cycle. Must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in NYS. Must be willing to enter confined spaces and be fit for respirator. The successful candidate for this position will be deemed a university essential employee.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position satisfactorily. Since the activities of other employees depend on the performance of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that the employer will consider when filling this vacancy.