Stationary Engineer

Loyola University - New Orleans
Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2024
Under direct supervision of the Senior Engineer, to operate and maintain power plant equipment both in the Central Plant and in outlying buildings.
 
SHIFT WORK IS REQUIRED FOR 24-HOUR/7-DAY WEEK COVERAGE.
  • Operate all chillers, high temperature hot water generators, boilers, pumps and related equipment.
  • Maintain logs of system temperatures, pressures, flows, etc.
  • Operate computerized control systems.
  • Answer calls for service from the University Community, make job requests as needed for other departments or Central Plant personnel.
  • Supervise assigned personnel as required.
  • Report for work in emergency situations (hurricanes, floods, etc.) unless otherwise directed by the Director of the Physical Plant.
  • After regular University business hours, engineers are called upon to perform all types of work in almost any area of the campus. The engineer should project a positive image of the Physical Plant. The engineer will perform or assist in emergency repairs of all types as needed during night and weekend shifts.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Inspect outlying buildings, mechanical rooms, and systems as assigned for needed repairs, or generate job requests for further investigation.
  • Be willing and able to accept and correctly interpret instructions from the supervisor, and to correctly carry out instructions promptly and effectively.
  • The above list is representative of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and is not to be considered as all-inclusive.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned to meet the goals of the Department and University.
  • High School Graduate or G.E.D.; Vocational schooling in related fields is desirable.
  • Must possess a City of New Orleans Stationary Engineers Certificate of at least Second Class for both air-conditioning and boilers.
  • Three years of experience in maintenance and operation of power plant equipment (chillers, boilers, high temperature hot water generators, pumps, air compressors), at least one year of which must have been in a plant of comparable size.
  • Ability to think and act quickly.
  • Should be mechanically inclined in order to perform emergency repairs in several trade categories.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Requires a working knowledge of mechanical systems, energy management, and computerized systems and software.
  • Must possess and maintain a current valid driver’s license as a condition of employment, and must also be able to successfully pass any driver background information investigation and any driver education courses required by Risk Management.
  • Must be willing to work overtime when assigned, and to adjust work schedule to the needs of the department when necessary.
  • Must be able to lift heavy objects and handle large wrenches.  Must be able to withstand heat and dust.  Must be able to bend, stoop, climb, and work in cramped areas. Considerable walking is required.
  • It may be necessary to perform work in noisy, hot, dry, and/or wet locations.

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