"Utility Plant Operator"

Utility Plant Operator

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Category: Maintenance and Trades

Type: Full-Time

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Department: 445050 - Utilities and Engineering

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Power NC State University by joining our team as a Utility Plant Operator! This role is essential in ensuring the reliable operation of the university's central utility systems, including electrical generation, steam and hot water production, and chilled water systems. As part of a skilled shift team, you will operate and maintain advanced equipment, including combustion turbines, steam boilers, electrical and steam-driven chillers, cooling towers, and water treatment systems. If you have a strong technical background and a commitment to operational excellence, apply today and be a vital part of keeping the university running efficiently.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Control and monitor steam boilers, chillers, cogeneration equipment, and auxiliary systems to ensure continuous utility services.
• Maintain safe and efficient operations of steam, hot water, and chilled water production systems.
• Conduct real-time monitoring, make necessary adjustments, and ensure compliance with emissions and regulatory standards.
• Inspect and maintain plant equipment, including fuel gas compressors, air filters, pumps, and cooling towers.
• Work under the guidance of a shift supervisor to optimize plant performance and address operational challenges.
• Operate the Cates Cogeneration Facility to produce electricity and steam for the campus.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Maintains required certification(s).

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with combustion gas turbines/cogeneration.
• Experience in steam production (natural gas/fuel oil fire tube and water tube boilers up to 100kpph).
• Experience in chilled water production (electric driven/turbine driven up to 2000 tons).
• Experience in a central plant environment.

Required license or certification:

• A valid driver's license is required.
• North Carolina Driver's License required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Position Number: 00103067

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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