Stationary Equipment Apprentice - Bolger Center - Local 99

Stationary Equipment Apprentice - Bolger Center - Local 99

The Stationary Equipment Apprentice repairs heating plant equipment including pumps, compressors, reducing stations, and heat exchangers. Completes preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment such as repacking and reheating valves, repacking pump seals, and greasing machinery. Takes directions from and assists the Lead Boiler Operator as required.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $45.67. Benefits: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs annual maintenance overhauls on boilers including entering boiler firebox, water drum, breeching and flue to clean off soot and deposits.
• Performs repairs to boiler and high pressure steam piping and fittings using hand tools.
• Repairs air conditioning, heating, plumbing, and electrical systems as required.
• Monitors running equipment, reads and records log entries; i.e., temperatures, pressures, flows, etc.
• Collects water samples, and adds chemicals to tower and chilled water systems when assigned.
• Responds to alarms, i.e., fire, smoke received by the Central Plant.
• Performs basic cleaning duties in the Central Plant.
• Paints equipment in Central Plant when required.
• Labels various mechanical equipment by name, function, flow, etc.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work with skilled and unskilled personnel within the Facility Services Department.
• Good oral and written communication skills, ability to follow instructions and express ideas effectively and concisely.
• Willing to seek training to enhance or learn new skills.
• Accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing missions of the Facility Services Department.
• Knowledge and technical skills required for the repair and maintenance of plumbing, heating, electrical systems, fixtures, devices, and applications.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Operational knowledge of mechanical systems is required.
• Experience with high pressure boilers/steam systems and/or chilled water plants preferred.

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).