Job Description
Under direct supervision, selected duties unique to, and normally required in, the trade of Steam and Power Plant III: Operate all boilers, engines, pumps, compressors, condensers, heat exchangers, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air conditioners, swimming pools, HVAC systems, chemical feed systems, Ice machines, interior water, plumbing, and sewage systems, fire suppression systems, and all other equipment assigned to the Heating Plant.
Perform water treatment and testing.
Read and record as necessary, all water levels, temperatures, pressures, and meter readings.
Under direct supervision performs duties in Employer's Preventative Maintenance program on a limited and assistive basis, to include cleaning and painting all power plant and mechanical equipment and areas.
Under direct supervision performs related duties as assigned or as specified in the Union Contract.
Obtain information from the Building Automation System.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Duties are performed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, Civil Service rules and regulations, University policies and negotiated union contract.
Specific direction is furnished through oral or written instructions from the Steam and Power Plant IV and the Steam and Power Plant V engineer, or supervising Steam and Power Plant III engineer.
GUIDELINES
Broad guidelines, which require interpretation and adaptation established by various Federal, State and City regulatory agencies, Board of Governors regulations, Civil Service regulations and the negotiated union contract.
Maintenance and equipment operation activities established by equipment manuals and prescribed professional practices tempered by resources available. The Steam and Power Plant V engineer provides specific guidelines.
Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
DEPARTMENT PREFERENCES:
-Knowledge of the fundamental principles employed in various types of power plant and building mechanical equipment.
-Knowledge of equipment, tools and materials used in the trade.
-Ability to perform duties in public places with a minimum of disturbance.
-Vocational training as a Steam and Power Plant III engineer concurrent with appointment.
-Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency.
DIFFICULTY:
-COMPLEXITY - Interrelationship between all phases of heating plant operation is very strong. Diverse conditions in different areas create unique situations, which require unique solutions.
-SCOPE AND EFFECT - Work affects entire University community plus impacts on all other areas of Physical Facilities.
PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
-PERSONAL CONTACTS - Personal contacts include faculty, staff and students, as well as outside vendors and other outside reporting and regulating agencies.
-PURPOSE - Determining problems with equipment, ordering necessary parts, materials as necessary, as well as dealing with emergency situations.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
-PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - The person must be fairly mobile and in good physical and mental condition.
-WORK ENVIRONMENT - Deals with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment. With proper safety precautions, the work environment is considered safe.
-SAFETY - Comply with local, state, and federal regulations as applicable to job duties.
Hours: Hours may vary depending on departmental needs.
This position requires a background check.
Salary
$18.25
Links
JR100609 Steam And Power Plant I-2
Contact Information
| University/Agency
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Northeastern Illinois University
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| Department/College
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Human Resources
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| Contact
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Molly Filipowicz
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| Phone Number
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7734425223
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| Address
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5555 N Bernard St
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| Comments
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