Senior Power Plant Technician – On‑Site in Fairfax

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Free tuition for up to 12 credit hours

Commuter transit benefit

VRS Hybrid Retirement Plan

Patriot Perks discounts

Job summary

George Mason University seeks a Senior Power Plant Mechanic on-site at Fairfax Campus to inspect, maintain, repair, and rebuild power plant mechanical and related cooling and heating equipment. You will work to ensure uninterrupted HTWH and chilled water systems, boilers, pumps, and related infrastructure function reliably.

The role requires at least 5 years of power plant maintenance experience, strong knowledge of boilers, pumps, and control systems, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a mechanic in a power plant, industrial plant, or related setting using boilers, chillers, and ancillary equipment.
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of heating and cooling equipment, gas-fired boilers, pumps, compressors, and other auxiliary power plant mechanical equipment.
• Skilled in use of diverse hand and power tools and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Ability to work independently without major supervision for any work or repair.
• Ability to work in extreme environments and respond to emergency repair situations.
• Valid driver’s license meeting GMU Vehicle Use Policy 1411 and MVR review.
• Designated Employee status may require work during inclement weather or emergency conditions.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains high-temperature hot water and chilled water distribution systems and campus equipment including boilers, pumps, valves, and ducts.
• Performs pump motor alignment and troubleshooting of motors and motor controls.
• Initiates action during malfunctions and operates with minimal supervision.
• Performs preventive maintenance and completes written work orders.
• Responds to emergency repair needs and works in extreme environments as required.

Skills

Power plant experience

Boilers & chillers knowledge

Pump and motor alignment

Troubleshooting skills

Independent working

Emergency response readiness

Valid driver's license

Policy and safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

George Mason University seeks a Senior Power Plant Mechanic on-site at Fairfax Campus to inspect, maintain, repair, and rebuild power plant mechanical and related cooling and heating equipment. You will work to ensure uninterrupted HTWH and chilled water systems, boilers, pumps, and related infrastructure function reliably.

The role requires at least 5 years of power plant maintenance experience, strong knowledge of boilers, pumps, and control systems, and the ability to work independently in a