Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number2024533Posting/Functional TitleHead OperatorUniversity Pay Plan TitleHead OperatorLocationSan MarcosDepartmentUtility OperationsRecruitment TypeOpen to AllJob TypeFull-TimeFunding SourcePermanentMonthly Salary$5,050.00 - $5,075.00Job CategoryNon-ExemptRequired Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Knowledge of computer automation software, such as SIEMENS INSIGHT-DESIGO, IoT, and BACnet protocols for the automated control of all thermal plants.
- Knowledge of energy conservation technologies, strategies, and new global practices for higher efficiency in thermal plants.
- Computer-literate working with MS Excel, MS VISIO, AIM Software, and Electronic Log Sheets to create daily and monthly reports for Chill Water, Steam Production, and Water Consumption.
- Knowledge of advanced theory and practices for the manual and automated operation of electro-mechanical equipment and components in buildings and thermal plants.
- Knowledge of water testing protocols for cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and water heaters and able to troubleshoot the operation of chemical stations.
- Must be able to obtain certification to operate a forklift, genie boom, and scissor lift through the university’s training program
- Knowledge of the various types of normal and emergency electric energy generation and the electrical wiring for control and power installations.
- Skilled in the creation and understanding of one- and three-line electric schematics, diagrams, and mechanical blueprints for thermal plants and buildings.
- Ability to collaborate with Control Technicians to create computerized graphics and program codes.
- Skilled in the manual operation of Plant Equipment and monitoring, controlling, and troubleshooting plant equipment via computer terminals.
- Capable of leading and training Plant Operators I, II, and new employees to maintain the continuous operation of thermal plants supplying the needs for steam, air conditioning, and electric power on campus.
Maintain plant and building systems hardware to provide continuous, consistent, and accurate information and control of plant systems, processes and equipment.
Job Duties
- Use computer terminals to schedule, monitor, control, and troubleshoot all automated plant and building equipment.
- Watch, test, and troubleshoot chemical stations and monitor water chemical levels for equipment protection and energy efficiency.
- Perform as the point of contact for the University Contact Center and direct business and after-hour phone calls to proper shops for assistance.
- Prepare and complete log sheets, update daily logs and monthly reports for chill water, steam production and water consumption.
- Lead Plant Operator I and II’s to physically ensure all equipment is available and prepared to start and stop and to support automated operation of equipment.
- Provide training for new employees on manual and automated operations and update existing plant operators I and II.
- Receive training in the supervisor and manager duties and responsibilities.
- Respond to alarms as first responder, notify the proper personnel and repair shops.
- Perform other duties as assigned.