Stationary Engineer

Job Overview Job Title: Stationary Engineer Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Salary: $26.84 - $28.21 (6 month rate) Responsibilities Directs, operates, and maintains powerhouse equipment on an assigned shift. Reports to Manager, Power Plant or other designated supervisor. Operates and instructs powerhouse workers in the operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of boilers, furnaces, and auxiliary equipment (i.e., turbines, blowers, flow meters, pumps, generators, fans, compressors, chillers and related equipment). Makes rounds of powerhouse; reads meters, gauges, and recording devices; visually inspects equipment to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustments, or lubrication and makes repairs and/or adjustments as required. Monitors power consumption meters; starts, synchronizes, switches, and stops generators, turbines, pumps, compressors, boilers, chillers and related equipment as needed. Adjusts electronic controls to bring equipment into prescribed ranges; opens and/or closes valves and adjusts regulators to control flow of steam or water through pipelines or to blow sludge and scale from pressurized systems. Maintains powerhouse log; records readings, fuel consumed, power generated, maintenance work performed, and related records; monitors and maintains sufficient fuel supply. Operates computer equipment and programs to input, retrieve, submit and modify data, including interfacing with specialized programs that control equipment. Operates and maintains gas turbines, gas compressors, condensate polishers, and water softeners; may clean plant and equipment, test water, and add water treatment chemicals, as required. May answer telephones and radios and relay messages as necessary. May train and direct student employees or employees in lower pay grade; may participate in training new employees. May assist other tradespersons as required. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Formal training in stationary engineer program (or equivalent training or experience which provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities). License/Certification Current third class license as a Stationary Steam Engineer issued by Ohio Department of Industrial Relations. Knowledge Of Installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of powerhouse equipment Water treatment procedures Skill In Operating powerhouse equipment (e.g., gas, oil-fired boilers, turbines, electronic controls, etc.) Interpersonal communication to effectively interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone Ability To Train and provide effective work direction to other employees Manage time effectively and set priorities Recognize threatening or unusual conditions and take appropriate action Apply safety practices Interpret and apply blueprints and schematics Perform basic mathematics and calculate percentages Read, write, and follow oral and written instructions accurately Demonstrate physical dexterity and lift up to 100 pounds Maintain accurate records Identify items which are the same or different Utilize standard computer equipment and programs to input, retrieve, submit and modify data Interface with specialized programs that control equipment Use computer equipment and programs that provide guidance on operation of equipment Utilize email, internet, and desktop software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) Preferred Qualifications Experience working with coal, gas, and oil fired boilers preferred. Assessments Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Powerhouse environment; exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes and potentially dangerous equipment (e.g., boilers), steam, gases, and potentially hazardous conditions; requires physical effort including frequent lifting up to 100 pounds, climbing, stooping, and kneeling; may work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays; may be called to work in emergency situations; may require off-campus travel. Working Schedule Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.; schedule may vary to meet departmental needs. Additional Information Must pass a security check. 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