Operator Maintenance Technician

Vicinity Energy is North America's largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Summary

The Operator Maintenance Technician (OMT) is responsible for safely, reliably, and efficiently operating boilers, auxiliary equipment, and multiple chilled water processes. The ideal candidate must be familiar with cooling equipment facilities that utilize refrigeration systems and boilers to meet the comfort cooling requirements of our customer service locations as well as the distribution system. This role will primarily operate the facility but will be required to learn basic plant maintenance to assist as necessary. The OMT oversees the operation of assigned plant and distribution system. This is a full-time non-exempt position. This position is in Tulsa OK and reports to the Operations Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions in accordance with established company policies.
• Identify, report and/or correct unsafe work environments.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by assisting in preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Operate all hand/power tools in a competent manner.
• Install, repair, replace, and trouble shoot plant equipment to include piping systems, valves, traps, pumps and boilers.
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Exercise caution in the operations and maintenance of all company equipment.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Required to pass plant operator qualification training.
• Able to obtain the City of Tulsa Stationary Engineer license within one year of employment.

Basic Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in steam or equipment operations and maintenance or related experience.
• Knowledge of the principles of boiler and chilled water plant operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Oklahoma High Pressure Boiler License.
• Universal Refrigerant Handling License.
• Experience with water chemistry.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience with Maximo or other work order CMS system.

Physical Requirements

• Must submit to company provided pre-employment physical exam and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid driver license in good standing to operate a company vehicle. Must have and maintain a driving record meeting the standards of the company.
• Ability to climb and tolerate heights up to 75 feet and to tolerate confined spaces.
• Ability to lift, maneuver and transport up to 50 lbs. This includes turning valves that vary in weight.
• Ability to work in environment with exposure to temperature extremes.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT Vicinity North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.