Auxiliary Operator

a sign-on bonus of $5,139 is available for the successful applicant of this position paid in 2 installments within 12 months of hire: $2,569.50 within 30 days of hire date & $2, months after hire date.

this recruitment is for two (2) energy utilities specialists positions. By applying, you will be considered for both (2) positions: , .

this position will obtain the skill set to assist the shift supervisor (ss), control room operator (cro) and assistant control room operator (acro), in the operation of all plant components, equipment and systems in complex steam and electric generating facilities (cogeneration facility, manning drive steam plant and landfill gas generation) to ensure they operate safely and reliably. This position will assist the ss, cro, acro and other auxiliary operators (ao) in the operation of the land fill gas system flare and generator.

Position performs equipment loto, water lab testing, offloading of fuel oil and bulk chemicals and maintain equipment performance logs and reports. This position is responsible for the daily inspection of the operating equipment for proper valve alignment, lubrication and equipment operating condition detected at the actual equipment in the field. The auxiliary equipment includes all plant equipment and components.

• steam turbine generator
• fans
• pumps
• piping systems
• valves
• control valves
• tanks
• mills
• steam traps
• cooling tower
• condensers
• fluid drives
• heat exchanges
• air compressors
• water treatment systems
• bag houses
• fuel oil storage
• chiller units
• ash removal system
• etc.

these operations require an understanding of utilities systems, equipment and components. The operating practices will ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of these multi
-million dollar facilities. This position communicates with the appropriate personnel to ensure that all malfunctions are corrected in order to maintain continuous steam and electric service to the customers. The incumbent in this position will develop a skill level which will allow for growth opportunities throughout the operations group. This position assists in the facility security during non-business hours and weekends 24/7.

Positions at this level perform a variety of reoccurring and related tasks procedures and processes that are readily understood. Positions work under the direction of a supervisor and will be required to self-perform less complicated tasks. This position is an emergency duty/cdme (communicable disease mandatory employee) and must report to work during periods of adverse weather or other university emergency.