Job Description
30% - Operation & Inspection: Under supervision, learn all aspects of how to operate boilers, pumps, air compressors, de-aerators, water softeners, valves, regulators and pneumatic controls to maintain proper steam pressure, temperature and water level. Participate in and complete training program to learn procedures to check for proper operations of safety alarms, pumps, valves and piping systems and accurately read gauges, thermometers and charts to record/document information. Will assist with the inspection of boilers, pumps, valves, piping systems and associated auxiliary equipment for proper operation and to determine repair/preventive maintenance scheduling. Will assist with water testing process as needed. Will gain knowledge to assess situation and notify appropriate personnel concerning non-standard readings. Learns to record daily operations of boilers, pumps, deaerators and air compressors. Records and communicates information digitally.
30% - Piping Systems: Assists and gain knowledge with fabrication, assembling, installation and maintaining of piping systems, valves and equipment for boilers, pumps, steam, condensate, feed-water, cooling water, pneumatics and lubricating systems in accordance with National Plumbing, ASTM, and ASTE Codes. Under supervision, will learn the blueprints, technical manuals, schematics and drawings needed to install and/or repair systems using the appropriate pipe cutters, threaders and fittings.
25% - Equipment Maintenance: Assists in the cleaning, replacement, installation, lubrication and repacking of filters, pipes, pumps, valves, heat exchangers and auxiliary equipment in order to maintain the power plant in good operation condition. Will assist staff in overhauling pumps on steam generating and heating equipment by replacing defective bearings, seals, packing, shafts and other pump parts. Performs routine cleanliness tasks to keep power plant and equipment in compliance with national fire and safety codes.
10% - Related Duties: Assists as need to correct problems in the case of water breaks, steam distribution irregularity or other problems. Assist with snow removal and surface treatment.
5% - Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
•High school diploma or completion of GED equivalency.
•Must have a valid driver’s license at time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.
Position Requirements
•Lift and carry up to 20 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with or without accommodation.
•Reach, grasp, lift, carry, and place moderately heavy loads frequently and heavy loads occasionally with or without accommodation.
•Ascend/descend multi-level stairs and vertical ladders in performance of routine duties.
•Work under a variety of temperature and weather extremes, both inside and outdoors.
•Work in environments with constant loud noise.
•Work in confined spaces.
•Work overtime as needed.
•Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
•Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.