Steam Plant Operator

4 days ago

Kingston, Rhode Island, United States Carrier Full time
About the Role

The Steam Plant Shift Operator is responsible for operating the onsite steam plant supporting the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island. In rotating twelve hour shifts, the Shift Operator monitors four boilers and supporting equipment to provide continuous operations. The Shift Operator reports to NORESCO's Operations & Maintenance Supervisor. Equipment and site specific training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate four water tube boilers and all supporting equipment including steam/feed/condensate systems, air compressors, water treatment systems, electrical switchgear, motor control centers, pumps, motors, and control systems.
  • Respond to the site during off shift hours as necessary to restore from emergent equipment failures or power plant trips.
  • Perform chemistry on all water and steam systems and make necessary chemical dosage adjustments.
  • Perform plant inspections, fill out plant operations log sheets, document discovered issues.
  • Be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Proactively identify and address leading indicators of potential equipment failures.
  • Perform planned/preventative equipment maintenance.
  • Perform emergent/corrective equipment maintenance.
  • Maintain NORESCO's on site tool inventory and spare parts inventory.
  • Interface and with customers and subcontractors as assigned.
  • Maintain good customer relations.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 1+ years of operational and/or technical experience.
  • Carry up to 50 pounds up and down multi levels of stairs; able to climb 10ft ladders; comfortable working on elevated platforms.
  • A valid state issued driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
  • OSHA 10 certification (or ability to earn certification after hiring).
  • Candidate must live within 1 hour of the job site (or be willing to move there).
  • Highly preferred: steam plant operations and/or steam plant safety experience.
  • Excellent mechanical/electrical aptitude (ability to troubleshoot, restore, and maintain a wide variety of equipment).
  • Ability to follow directions and perform work under the direction of the operations and maintenance supervisor.
  • Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays (as rotating shift schedule dictates).
  • Willingness to cover shifts for other operators, as needed.
  • Ability to work both as a team or independently, depending on the task.
  • Practical knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Practical knowledge of power and steam generation.
  • Prior experience with operating and/or maintaining power generation equipment and facilities.
  • Familiarity with safety related programs (LOTO, HAZMAT/HAZWASTE, PPE,...).
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Pay Range: $40.11 per hour

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