Conduct real-time monitoring, make necessary adjustments, and
ensure compliance with emissions and regulatory standards.
Inspect plant equipment, including fuel gas compressors, air
filters, pumps, and cooling towers.
Identify and recognize standard/routine problems with equipment
through routine inspection and preventive maintenance/testing.
Assist with routine troubleshooting operating systems,
software, and localized instrumentation.
Recognize and distinguish between the ‘sounds’ of a properly
operating boiler system and the ‘sounds’ of potential mechanical
problems.
Use appropriate protective equipment following established
protocols.
Identify and inform supervisor of potential safety problems,
and warn others of potential hazards.
Follow appropriate post-emergency procedures.
Listen to instructions and ask necessary questions to complete
tasks, and communicate effectively with fellow workers in a manner
that allows work to be completed.
Communicate effectively with customers who report after hour
emergencies and relay needs to the On-Call technician.
Electronically enter timesheets and hours worked
Log boiler data entries and create reports within Google
Docs
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Facilities is responsible for the planning, design, construction
and operation of university facilities.
Position Information
Position Number
007020
Competency Level
Journey
Working Position Title
Utility Plant Operator
Building and Room No.
Boiler Room, Old Maintenance Building, 1540 Cromartie Street
Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week]
4pm-12am Mon-Fri
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Appointment Type
Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited.
No
Appointment Length.
12
DHR Assigned Fields
FTE
1
Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or
other emergencies
All - Emergency and Pandemic on site
Position required to work On-Call/Emergency Callback
Yes
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related
experience; or equivalent combination of training and
experience.
Requires certification(s).
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education
- Two to three years of mechanical or boiler maintenance
experience
- Working knowledge of principles and techniques involved in
mechanical maintenance and operations of large boilers.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Skilled in the use of power tools and equipment used to provide
maintenance to large boilers.
- Ability to work independently and to keep accurate
records.
- Technological capabilities required for digital timesheets and
time-reporting
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver’s License
Valid US Driver's License
Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required
No
Physical Required
No
List any other medical/drug tests required
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
SPA01066P
Internal Posting Only
No
Time Limited Position
No
Appointment Length
State Salary Range
$38,064 - $44,934
Internal Salary Range
$38,064 - $82,128
Open Date
10/20/2026
Close Date
11/06/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who
were previously incarcerated, or justice-involved. We invite all
potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be
qualified.
Please Note:
* A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate
finalist prior to the offer of employment.
* If it is determined that no applicants meet the minimum
competency, education, and experience requirements, then management
may consider other applicants.
* Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget,
and market considerations.
* Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic
application. The application must be completed in full detail
(including work history) for your qualifications to be
considered.
* Failure to complete the application completely may result in you
not being considered for the vacant position.
* Your application for the position will not be completed until you
receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of
applying for a position.
* If you have general questions about the application process, you
may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu . Individuals with
disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the
application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Competency
Knowledge - Professional
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
Computer Use:
- Utilize basic computer knowledge necessary to electronically
enter time worked
- Log boiler data entries
- Create reports on Google Docs.
Percentage Of Time
10
Competency
Safety and Health Compliance
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
- Follow industry specific guidelines, regulations, and codes as
they relate to safety and environmental practice.
- Use appropriate protective equipment following established
protocols.
- Identify and inform supervisor of potential safety
problems.
- Warn others of potential hazards.
- Follow appropriate post-emergency procedures.
Percentage Of Time
20
Competency
Equipment Operation
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
- Perform basic operations and routine preventative maintenance
of applicable machines, equipment and tools (e.g. painting,
greasing) under the supervision of a higher level operator or
supervisor.
- Monitor equipment through various software and automated
systems to ensure proper and efficient operations.
Percentage Of Time
50
Competency
Problem Solving
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
- Identify and recognize standard/routine problems with equipment
through routine inspection and preventive maintenance/testing.
- Assist with routine troubleshooting operating systems,
software, and localized instrumentation.
- Recognize and distinguish between the ‘sounds’ of a properly
operating boiler system and the ‘sounds’ of potential mechanical
problems.
Percentage Of Time
10
Competency
Communication – Oral
Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency
- Listen to instructions and ask necessary questions to complete
tasks.
- Communicate with fellow workers in a manner that allows work to
be completed.
- Communicate effectively with customers who report after hour
emergencies
- Relay needs to the On-Call technician.
Percentage Of Time
10
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Applicant Document
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- References List
