Stationary Engineer

Job title: Utility Plant Operator (Stationary Engineer)

Location: Fort Worth, TX (onsite)

Duration: 24 months

Top 3 must haves:

• Plant Chiller/Boiler Experience or primary trade that supports same.
• h2O testing, experience with cooling towers, soft water, pumps, etc.
• Years of experience: 2-3 years minimum

Overview:
The Utility Plant Operator is an entry-level contractor operator with preferably one strong primary trade associated with utility plants. The operator is responsible for the continuous operation, repair, and maintenance of utility plants, ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of all systems. This role requires maintaining boilers, chillers, water treatment systems, steam systems, valve vaults, chilled water pumps, condenser water pumps, boiler feedwater pumps, and condensate pumps.

The operator follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to properly respond to alarms on both non-validated and GxP’s for validated building automation systems across various facilities.

• Boilers/Chillers:
  Ensure boilers/chillers systems are operating efficiently, performing regular inspections, logging, and addressing any issues to maintain and repair for continuous optimal production.
• Water Treatment Systems:
  Perform water treatment checks to ensure water quality meets required standards to protect the piping and equipment.

• Continuously monitor and notify proper personnel of out-of-spec conditions and alarms in the utility plants, research and development buildings, manufacturing buildings, various distribution warehouses, the fire network, etc.

• Follow SOPs and GXP SOPs to properly respond to alarms on both validated and non-validated building automation systems.

• Using Maximo generated PMs, perform routine preventive maintenance on all plant equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure longevity of equipment.

• Identify, diagnose, and repair equipment malfunctions and failures promptly to restore normal operation.
• Implement corrective actions to address equipment deficiencies and prevent recurrence.
• Using Maximo, document all corrective maintenance activities, including the nature of the issue, actions taken, and parts used.

• Diagnose and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize downtime.

• Using GXP, maintain accurate records of plant operations, maintenance activities, and any incidents.

• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Work closely with other plant operators and maintenance personnel to ensure seamless operations.

• Minimum of one strong primary trade related to the Utility Plants.
• Education:
  
  High School diploma, GED, or trade school graduate.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Heavy computer knowledge, specifically Windows applications applicable to a large building automation system. Also, one or more skills in the following categories: electronics, plumbing, pipe fitter/welder, journeyman electrician, boiler operator, power plant operator.