Stationary Engineer
Miami UniversityAbout the role
Job Title
Stationary EngineerDepartment
Energy SystemsWorker Type
RegularPay Type
HourlyHourly Rate
27.05Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Benefit Eligible
YesPost-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?
NoJob Description Summary
Assists in activities related to maintaining the safe and efficient operation of the steam plant and other campus utility plants. The position is responsible for the reliable production of steam, electricity and chilled water. Hours for this position are rotating to cover a 24/7 continuous operation.Job Description
Essential Duties:
- Monitors operations; monitors and records functions status and conditions; makes any necessary adjustments; handles emergency situations.
- Serves as informational resource.
- Fills out and maintains records of all EPA required forms; fills out and maintains work logs.
- Fires up, shuts down, and operates boilers and other auxiliary machinery.
- May research cost and availability of items; may make purchasing decisions.
- May assist with the removal and disposal of hazardous waste.
- Performs routine maintenance on boilers; makes any necessary repairs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires nine months training in high pressure steam plant operations, a 3rd Class Stationary Engineer's License, and three years related experience.
- An equivalent combination may be substituted for education and experience requirements.
- Driver's License required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and operation of chillers, engines, generators and boilers is highly desirable.
- Advanced experience in SCADA systems operations, troubleshooting and maintenance is desirable.
- The ability to communicate both verbally and in written word with all levels of maintenance and operating personnel, outside utility providers, vendors and contractors.
- Knowledge of computer
- Basic mechanical skills
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Working Conditions:
- Physical effort usually requires considerable walking and standing with some lifting of material weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
- Somewhat disagreeable working conditions.
- Some exposure to several unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable and could involve some health hazards and personal risk.
Special Instructions (if applicable)
NoneAdditional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender,
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