Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Utility Plant Remote Facility Operator within the Facilities Planning and Management department. This role, under general supervision, is responsible for operating remote thermal energy facilities that generate steam, compressed air, and chilled water for outlying facilities.
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Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Repair and installation of piping systems including flanged, copper, threaded, and plastic.
Uses chainfalls, hoists, and chokers to safely lift large heavy components into position.
Perform water treatment functions including water testing, operation and maintenance of chemical feed systems and zeolite softener pretreatment systems.
Perform leak tests, transfer refrigerants, charge machines, and otherwise handle freon refrigerants according to EPA regulations.
Performs minor electrical work (120 volts) as needed to disconnect, or hookup, electric motor leads, solenoid valves, and other small equipment.
Communicates with central utility plant operations to coordinate operation of remote facility production equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of power plant systems and equipment, in particular package boilers and chilled water production systems.
Knowledge of tools and methods used to troubleshoot, repair and maintain chilled water production equipment, package boilers, and piping systems.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and the ability to comply with OSHA procedures.
Knowledge in principles of electricity.
Skill in the operation of chilled water production equipment and package boilers.
Ability to interpret and record operating readings.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, control system drawings, and repair manuals.
Ability to perform basic math computations.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to provide training and instruction in the repair of production equipment.
Physical requirements: Must be able to move and lift at least 80 lbs.
Must be able to climb stairs and work in an industrial environment.
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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is a student-centric leading land grant university known worldwide for excellence in science and technology, discovery, and innovation. Operating with the conviction that higher education should be accessible to all, Iowa State offers more than 100 undergraduate, over 110 graduate, and nearly 85 doctoral programs, and is established as an R1: Doctoral University with world-class scholars tackling challenges with innovate research and solutions. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state ... law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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