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Utility Plant Operator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include a resume and cover letter as attachments.

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG192631SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Utility Plant Operator
Anticipated Hiring Range $42,000 - $43,625
Work Schedule 12 hr shift, 3-4 days a week; 6:00pm-6:00am or 6:00am-6:00pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Central Utility Plant
About the Department
The 900+ positions of the Facilities Division service the students and staff of the University’s teaching, research/administrative space, and 2,240 acres of infrastructure. The Facilities Division provides design and building services, maintenance, custodial, landscape, solid waste removal, utility, mail, and motor pool services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The goal is to deliver cost effective services to the University, ensure completed projects and maintenance that confirm to codes and regulations, while minimizing University liabilities and disruptions caused by the maintenance, repair, building and equipment modifications to the University.

Function of Central Utility Plant Operations:
  • Provide the University steam and hot water through operation of the Central Utility Plan steam boilers and auxiliary steam and hot water equipment.
  • Monitor and maintain Central Utility Plan steam boilers and auxiliary steam and hot water equipment so operations are safely, reliably and efficiently sustained.
  • Provide the University chilled water through operation of the Central Utility Plan chillers and auxiliary chilled water equipment.
  • Monitor and maintain chillers and auxiliary chilled water equipment so operations are safely, reliably and efficiently sustained.
  • Operate the Centennial/Cates Cogeneration facility which produce electrical power and steam to the campus.
Essential Job Duties
This position serves as a central utility plant operator that operates electrical generation, steam production, chilled water production, hot water production equipment and conducts routine to complex maintenance. 

The operator is a part of a shift team and is directed by a shift supervisor in the operation of electrical generation equipment (combustion turbines, fuel gas compressors, inlet air coolers/filters), steam boilers, steam plant auxiliary equipment, electrical chillers, steam turbine driven chillers, cooling towers, primary/secondary pumping systems and auxiliary chiller equipment and water treatment systems. 

In addition, the shift operator will assist the shift supervisor in required monitoring and adjustments to equipment to maintain emissions within regulatory requirements.
Other Responsibilities
  • Cross-train to operate and maintain any steam boiler, electrical centrifugal chiller, steam driven turbine chiller, cooling tower, auxiliary equipment, and water treatment system in the steam generation system.
  • This is a critical role position and employee must work during adverse weather conditions even if the University is closed to normal operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Maintains required certification(s).
Other Required Qualifications
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
  • Previous experience in steam production.
  • Previous experience in chilled water production.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5 years experience in steam production (natural gas/fuel oil fire tube and water tube boilers up to 100 kpph).
  • 5 years experience in chilled water production (electric driven/turbine driven up to 2000 tons).
  • 1 year of experience in a central plant environment.
  • Prefer having CFC license.
Required License or Certification
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • North Carolina driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 09/21/2022
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 07/27/2023
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”

*Repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply and are still being considered*
Special Instructions
Please include a resume and cover letter as attachments.
Position Details

Position Number 00062071
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Utilities Plant Operator
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 38,064 - $ 82,128
Salary Grade Equivalency GN07
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 444401 - Central Utility Plant Zone 1
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HERC
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Professional Organization
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  2. Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Utilities Plant Operator position.
    • High school diploma/GED and at least one year of experience in related field
    • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate in a related field
    • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate in unrelated field and at least one year of related experience
    • Combination of post-high school education and/or experience to equal at least one year of related experience
    • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and experience to equal 5 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 2 years of related experience)
    • None of the above
  3. * Do you have a High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
    • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
    • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.
  5. * Please describe your experience working in a central plant environment. Also describe your experience working in steam production and chilled water production.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Do you have knowledge of the operation and maintenance of boilers, chillers, pumps, and other auxiliary equipment?
    • Yes
    • No

Application Materials Required

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Contact Information for References