STEAM SYSTEMS MECHANIC

The posting is intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Description
To perform maintenance, repairs, modification, replacement, and installation of boilers and associated

equipment, components and supporting equipment located in the District Steam Systems (DSS)

buildings, steam vaults and in other outlying facilities on campus.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, replacements, and installations on electronic, direct digital, pneumatic, and PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) controls and devices for boilers, associated equipment components, and supporting equipment to include controls, meters, relays, sensors, analog I/O, isolated and non-isolated I/O, VFD.

• Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications, replacements, rebuilds and installations on boiler electrical and mechanical components and supporting equipment such as pumps, fans, deaerators, piping, valves, heat exchanges, motors, hoists, motor control centers, power and lighting panels, emergency generators, lighting systems, air compressors and drying systems, and other similar equipment.

• Performs boiler, fan and pump rebuilds including the replacement of O-rings and gaskets. Sets clearances on labyrinth seals, journal bearings, seal openings, thrust and counterthrust clearances per the manufacturer’s specifications using dial indicators, inside and outside micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring devices.

• Performs rebuilds of gear boxes, drive couplings, intermediate shafts, fan blade pitches, compressors, pumps, and seal replacements. Packs steam valves, rebuilds steam regulator and relief valves with proper settings for steam pressure. Sets fuel/air ratios for boiler firing.

• Interprets blueprints, sketches, or other descriptions of parts to determine their accuracy relative to the manufacturer’s specified clearances for boiler/pump/fan repairs, including disassembly/reassembly procedures.

• Utilizes and maintains records and performs all service and maintenance repairs in accordance with current state and insurance regulations for boilers and associated equipment. Follows proper safety rules and regulations for clearances, vault entry and any other applicable rules and regulations.

Starting Pay Range: $24.05 - $35.10 (Commensurate with experience & qualifications)

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience is required. An associate degree or

technical diploma in Mechanical Systems/Maintenance, Electronic/Industrial Controls, or an Electrical

program is preferred.

Boiler Operator License or ASOPE Class III certification or equivalent preferred.

Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession a valid driver's license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated proficiency in preventative maintenance, repairs and modifications, replacement and rebuilding of boilers
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of a variety of precision measuring devices for dimension conformity
• Demonstrated proficiency in understanding and interpreting blueprints
• Required knowledge of reverse dial indicator alignment procedures on all types of shaft alignments

Possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of this position in a timely manner to include:

• Lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds.

• Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet.

• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.

• Working within extreme temperature and humidity ranges with a variety of materials.

• Working in confined spaces

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (subject to change to meet the needs of the University).

For full consideration, please be certain to showcase experience on application and resume, as it relates to the needs of the job announcement. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

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