| Title: | Boiler operator (Stationary Engineer) - # 089200
Recruiting for two (2) full-time positions -- One to begin immediately, one projected to begin in September 2009
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| Position Type: | Staff |
| Department: | Facilities Services |
| Closing Date: | OPEN, Screening Begins 5/18/2009 Applications received after 5pm 5/15 may be considered |
| Schedule: | Full-time, 12 months/year 1.0 FTE |
| Entry Rate: | $20.17/hr. |
| Benefits: | Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness |
| Union: | Operating Engineers Local 400 |
| Probation: | Subject to a minimum 3-month Probationary Period
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Position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the heating/power plant operations to provide steam and electricity to the UM campus: operates, monitors and maintains accurate records for three high pressure boilers, one 430 kw turbine generator, one diesel emergency generator all with electric and pneumatic controls and all auxiliary support equipment; maintains proper steam pressure and water levels; adjusts equipment to maintain flow of steam to meet load requirements; tends boiler auxiliaries; insures turbine generator efficiency by monitoring exhaust pressure; maintains constant watch on all gauges, recorders and meters; runs three hour logs on all boiler and generator parameters; mixes and injects all boiler and line chemicals; monitors and regenerates water softening system; monitors building control center and reports mechanical alarms; performs general housekeeping in the plant; provides maintenance for the operational equipment during shutdowns and on an as needed basis
Position works rotating shifts and requires a first class Stationary Engineer license
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| Minimum Job Qualifications |
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High school graduation and four (4) years of boiler plant operation and two (2) years of turbine experience,or an equivalent combination of education and experience
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| Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities |
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Must possess, or be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment, a first class license as a Stationary Engineer in the state of Montana
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in the safe and efficient operation of boilers and turbines
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in maintenance activities and hand tool use
Knowledge of boiler water treatment, chemistry and techniques for proper management of boiler water chemistry
Effective communication skills with the ability to create and maintain effective working relationships
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions
Knowledge of confined spaces and asbestos work rules
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Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to perform constant physical activity: Lifting: ground to 48 inches, up to 50#, ground to overhead, up to 15#; Carrying: front carry up to 50# for 50 feet or less; Pushing/Pulling: (during the use of tools and pushing/pulling hand trucks), push and pull forces required, 70# sustained; Static trunk forward bending and twisting from a standing position while using tools; Reaching with your arms in all directions, including overhead; Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder or scaffold; Walking various distances throughout the day on even and uneven surfaces, distances up to 1000 feet for the fireman, and 35,000 feet for the fitter & foreman; Crawling on hands and knees, up to 15 feet; Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2" to 5 1/2" circumference needing an average of 50# of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 65#) A Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment.
Must be able to wear protective clothing/gear, including chemical gloves, safety glasses, respirators etc. and work in noisy high temperature locations
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| How To Apply/Submitting Materials |
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Prepare the following and specifically address the position number and title applying for and the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications in your Cover Letter:
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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.
References
*References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.
Testing
Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
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