Utility Plant Tech Trainee — Boiler Licenses & On-Site Ops

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Wellness programs

Community engagement

Job summary

UNM's Utility Services seeks a Utility Plant Technician (Pre-Cert) to assist with operating and maintaining boilers, gas turbines, chillers and electrical equipment on site in Albuquerque, NM. You will train to obtain NM CID BO1/BO2 licenses within 12 months of hire and gain hands-on experience in both Main and Remote Plants.

This role emphasizes safety, water chemistry, and remote monitoring, with on‑the‑job coaching and progressive responsibilities as milestones are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; no prior experience needed.
• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Must obtain BO1 and BO2 licenses within 12 months of date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with operating and maintaining high‑pressure boilers, gas turbines, industrial chillers and electrical production equipment.
• Learns theory and practical operation of steam, chilled water, domestic water systems and distribution.
• Operates equipment locally and via remote interfaces where applicable.
• Assists with starting, stopping, and reconfiguring chilled water production to meet demand.
• Participates in testing and chemistry-control of boiler water and cooling tower water.
• Monitors equipment and records data; supports safety and environmental practices.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UNM's Utility Services seeks a Utility Plant Technician (Pre-Cert) to assist with operating and maintaining boilers, gas turbines, chillers and electrical equipment on site in Albuquerque, NM. You will train to obtain NM CID BO1/BO2 licenses within 12 months of hire and gain hands-on experience in both Main and Remote Plants.

This role emphasizes safety, water chemistry, and remote monitoring, with on‑the‑job coaching and progressive responsibilities as milestones are met.