Chiller Operator, (vacation relief coverage)

NOTE: This is a vacation relief position required to cover vacations and other absences

• A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing chilled water generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components.  

• Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices.  

• Also required to perform, as directed, other skills of the trade and related duties associated with the operation and maintenance of steam equipment and distribution systems, water/drainage distribution systems, and other related systems.  

• Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices.

• Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

NOTE: This is a vacation relief position, required to cover vacations and other absences

• Operates central chilled water plant under varying load conditions.  

• Operates other miscellaneous plant equipment including water treatment systems and compressed air systems.  

• Works with other trades personnel and management personnel to maintain continuous plant operations/performance. 

• Takes all related plant readings critical for operations, efficient performance, and billing (e.g., pressures, temperatures, flows, oil levels, meter readings, etc.) 

• Completes daily logs and prepares reports as necessary, enters daily information in computer. 

• Maintains chemical treatment program and enters information into computer.  

• Cleans and maintains plant and assigned boiler facilities. 

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance on various equipment as directed. 

• Operates and maintains various plant systems (including HVAC) as required to meet equipment and occupant requirements. 

• Works with utility mechanics and performs other duties as directed.  

• Maintains work area, tools and equipment.  

Physical Requirements:

• Required to bend, reach, and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods.

• Required to lift up to 75 pounds and to lift and transport various types of equipment and tools, with others, in excess of 300 pounds.

• Must be able to push and pull heavy loads as listed above.

• Must be able to work for extended periods of time from/in ladders, high places, cramped spaces, confined spaces, and scaffolding.

• Requires considerable walking, climbing, bending, and stooping.

Emergency Status Designation:

• Critical Operations Personnel