Power Plant Operator/Mechanic — Training & Benefits

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Options

Employee Well-Being

Tuition Waiver Program

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking a qualified Power Plant Operator / Mechanic to join the Facilities Management team in Harrisonburg, VA. The role requires operating boilers and maintaining plant equipment, with a focus on safety, reliability, and documentation across multiple shifts.

Candidates should have hands-on skills with boilers, pumps, valves, chillers, and related systems, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of applicable safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Working skills include the use of hand and power tools, welding, and cutting equipment.
• Mechanical abilities including: maintaining and repairing power plant and related equipment; troubleshooting and diagnosing a variety of mechanical problems; ability to read and interpret gauges, recorders, and monitoring equipment.
• Ability to perform simple record-keeping tasks.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, overhauls, repairs, and maintains boilers and associated equipment, steam distribution, and condensate return lines throughout the university.
• Prepares accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of actions taken and assures documentation is properly signed and coordinated in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoots problem areas and inspects for defective equipment and faulty components. Tests system operation and detects component malfunctions.
• Operates boilers and auxiliary equipment within designed parameters to ensure proper operation, efficiency, and safety of the plant.
• Utilizes safe practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations.
• Trains and teaches other employees about proper procedures, repair techniques, and safety issues.
• The employee in this role will be required to work a variety of shift schedules as a primary operator/maintenance mechanic within a centralized steam generation/chiller plant production facility. JMU will provide all training required to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Safety rules knowledge

Tool handling (hand & power)

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading gauges/monitors

Valid driver's license

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting equipment

Job description

James Madison University is seeking a qualified Power Plant Operator / Mechanic to join the Facilities Management team in Harrisonburg, VA. The role requires operating boilers and maintaining plant equipment, with a focus on safety, reliability, and documentation across multiple shifts.

Candidates should have hands-on skills with boilers, pumps, valves, chillers, and related systems, plus a valid driver's license.