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Job Offer: Operating Mechanic:Job description:
Operating MechanicWho we areWhy Rensselaer? Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world's leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world's fastest supercomputers. Rensselaer faculty and alumni include more than 145 National Academy members, six members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, six National Medal of Technology winners, five National Medal of Science winners, three astronauts, and a Nobel Prize winner in Physics. With nearly 200 years of practice advancing scientific and technological knowledge, Rensselaer remains focused on covering global challenges with a spirit of ingenuity and collaboration. To lgain more, please visit . Are you ready to change the world? Apply now! Job Summary The Operating Mechanic performs maintenance and repairs on steam boilers and steam plant auxiliaries. Works in a shift rotation to operate two central steam plants, and provides maintenance and repair response coverage on evening, night and weekend shifts for all campus facilities. Minimum Qualifications » High School or equivalent » One year practice maintaining commercial or industrial mechanical equipment preferred. » Valid US driver's license candidates must meet stated minimum education and practice requirements. Preferred Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, expertise, and Abilities • Basic knowledge of Steam Cycle • Basic working knowledge of plumbing and piping, mechanical repairs, electrical work, and construction • Good communication expertise and customer relations expertise • capability to interpret technical drawings and documents • Flexibility in dealing with emergency situations • Basic computer expertise and practice with Microsoft Windows • Constant attention to safety issues for self, co-workers and others Job tasks » Monitor steam plant operations for safe, reliable, and efficient operations as instructed. Start/stop boilers and auxiliary equipment when instructed. Switch boiler fuels when instructed. Maintain and update all logs and reports. Receive oil deliveries in conformity with Institute policies and applicable state, local and federal laws. Monitor operating trends and report any ambiguities or changes in trends to the Lead Operating Mechanic or manager and follow up on resolving problems. Recover the steam plant from any disruption with assistance from the manager. » Conduct water tests for steam plants and adjust feed rates on chemical pumps in response to water test results. Perform maintenance on chemical treatment systems. » Performs routine and emergency maintenance service on steam plant equipment and auxiliary equipment including but not limited to: mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation components. Perform general building construction services for steam plants. » Perform annual high pressure boiler shutdown and maintenance service for insurance inspection. » Monitor chemical inventories to ensure sufficient inventory is available. Move chemicals and salt to appropriate locations to maintain proper levels. » Check operation of satellite steam boilers at designated campus locations. Perform all required maintenance on satellite steam boilers and their auxiliary equipment. » Perform water testing on closed loop systems, add treatment chemicals to maintain proper residuals and change bag filters. » Perform other tasks as assigned. Shift Non Standard Shift: Shift Flexibility required : Non standard shift to include rotation of 2nd and 3rd shift including weekends. TravelLocal travel between campus locations only Driving Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use Starting income/Rate Expected hiring range : »Operating Mechanic: $25.00- 26.50 »Sr. Operating Mechanic: $27.00 - $29.50 Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education, and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.? Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter. If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Culture of Safety at Rensselaer Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit . Skills:
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