Middlebury College
Higher Education
HeatingPlantOperator
“Heating Plant Operator at Middlebury College. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Operates and maintains Central Heating Plant systems and equipment. Maintains steam flow to accommodate needs of College”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve College’s environmental goals
Industry & Context.
Must be flexible with work schedule, Plant operates 24/7/365, Weekends, and holidays are included in work schedule, Must be willing to work: days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, Must be willing to work occasional overtime, Requires the ability to operate equipment, Work is performed in a heating plant, it can be loud/dusty on occasions, contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, post-offer pre-employment physical exam (POPES), and references
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent required, Basic math and computer skills required, Driver’s license required, Minimum 2 years’ experience required in power plant, turbine generator or equivalent industrial process operations
Nice to Have
Power plant operating certification/license (i. e. NUILPE) or equivalent power plant or process experience preferred, Preferred knowledge of maintenance and trouble shooting skills for heating plant electrical, steam, condensate, heating oil, natural gas, feed water, propane, compressed air equipment and systems, Possess basic knowledge of proper cleaning, Factory Mutual annual inspection, maintenance and inspection of boiler steam drums and fireside area, Possess working knowledge of boiler combustion control and burner management systems, Possess basic turbine/generator operation and maintenance, Familiar with basic V. O. S. H. A regulations including lockout-tagout, fall protection, confined space, handling hazardous materials and waste, fire safety, Knowledge of steam and electrical distribution systems preferred, Forklift experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Operates and maintains Central Heating Plant systems and equipment
Maintains steam flow to accommodate needs of College
Operates CHP in manner to achieve College’s environmental goals
Operates boiler plant (Biomass gasification plant
and fuel oil boilers) for production of 125 psi and 250 psi steam to serve all campus systems
Collects plant process data and maintains written and computer logs throughout shift
Receives and coordinates fuel deliveries for all fuels utilized by plant
Receives water treatment chemicals at heating plant
Maintains Central Heating Plant Equipment for continuous operation
Performs basic maintenance on equipment as required
Maintains the heating plant in a tour-ready condition by performing routine housekeeping including
Performs standard tests on boiler feed water and steam condensate and chemically treats as needed
Operate steam-driven turbines and auxiliary equipment for 480 volts 3 phase power generation
Ensures plant operation complies with all Air Quality Permit requirements
Coordinates work with contractors and ensure compliance with safety standards for ongoing contracted work in the heating plant
May cross-train in other mechanical/electrical trade shops and support other Facilities Services department needs
Performs other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Must be a team player; Coordinates work with contractors; May cross-train in other mechanical/electrical trade shops and support other Facilities Services department needs
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