Utilities & Mechanical Systems Technician

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks a General Maintenance Technician (Levels 1-2) to ensure the Central Utilities Plant runs smoothly. You will inspect and repair boilers, chillers, pumps, electrical equipment, and associated piping, and perform diagnostics and vibration analysis to prevent failures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with two years' experience, or a relevant technical/vocational degree; a valid Florida or Georgia driver's license; and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years' experience, or a relevant Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the plant’s utilities are properly functioning to receive steam, chilled water, hot water, compressed air, electricity, and gas. Inspects, repairs, and maintains boilers, steam turbines, emergency generators, water pumps, fuel oil pumps, compressors, chillers, buildings, fuel oil storage tanks, and all support equipment and piping systems at the Central Utilities and Satellite Plants.
• Installs electrical apparatus, hangers, and brackets to support electrical products, fixtures, switches, circuit breaker panels, relays, and other electrical control and distribution equipment. Installs safety and distribution components, pneumatic solenoid valves, switches, photo eyes, control panels etc. Inspects circuit breakers and other electrical components for faults. Performs maintenance procedures to keep wiring, lighting, and control systems in good working order. Prepares proper mechanical joints through precise cutting, welding, brazing, threading, cementing, and caulking. Devises and fabricates special jigs and fixtures to perform required tasks.
• Complies with state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations, and adheres to quality assurance programs and safety standards. Performs related duties as assigned. Completes all assigned training related to boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, and steam boiler compliance.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks a General Maintenance Technician (Levels 1-2) to ensure the Central Utilities Plant runs smoothly. You will inspect and repair boilers, chillers, pumps, electrical equipment, and associated piping, and perform diagnostics and vibration analysis to prevent failures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with two years' experience, or a relevant technical/vocational degree; a valid Florida or Georgia driver's license; and