Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic I-Iv

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Req ID:

req17526

Position Title:

Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic I-IV

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

632128

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Utilities Production

Location Address:

Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078

United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Matthew Driskel

Hiring Range

(Contingent upon available funding):

19.00 - 27.00, Hourly

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm or TBD by Supervisor

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Energy Services provides chilled water, steam, and potable water from three different industrial plants across campus that is used for building heating and air conditioning, as well as domestic water use.

Maintenance Mechanics are responsible for preventive, routine, and reactive maintenance of all chilled water, steam, and domestic water production equipment, such as chillers, boilers, pumps, air compressors, VFDs, filters, and cooling towers.

Specific Maintenance Mechanic duties include:

Perform routine mechanical maintenance on primary and auxiliary production equipment to ensure reliable and continuous plant operations.

Install, modify and upgrade plant production equipment and infrastructure systems.

Test and operate equipment to analyze various plant systems and equipment.

Perform plant general maintenance duties as scheduled, including the cleaning of plant equipment, machinery, and tools, to maintain integrity of production assets inventory and the general industrial environment.

Agility and good eye-hand coordination are required to perform work around industrial machinery and high voltage electrical equipment.

The Central Plant runs 24/7/365. The employee in this position is required to work 40 hours a week, typically Monday through Friday, and work overtime including weekends and holidays, when management deems necessary.

The employee in this position must use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (hard hat, vest, gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are provided and are not for personal use.

Must work safely, adhere to all safety requirements, and promote a safe work environment.

Work takes place in state-of-the-art steam, chilled water, and water treatment plants with exposure to industrial machinery, rotating equipment, high voltage electrical service, hot steam, chemicals and noise.

Regular exposure to noise and possible exposure to chemicals and dust.

Physical requirements for routine activities include but are not limited to the ability to ascend and descend stairs or ladders, work at heights on elevated surfaces, occasionally work in confined spaces, work in a stationary position for an extended period of time, and general stamina and agility.

This position may require manual labor and occasionally the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally above 50 pounds.

Promotional opportunities may be available through established career development plan.

OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement benefits, paid leave and 13 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program, and much more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Resume and three work reference required for full applicant consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School/GED and two years of demonstrated work experience to ten years of industrial mechanic work experience, preferably with utilities production.

One year or 600 hours of vocational/technical training in a mechanical or electrical field may substitute for one year of required experience.

Preference will be given to post-secondary education in mechanical, electrical or industrial operations.

Have before hire a valid driver's license, which must be maintained during employment. A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.

Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic I - Have or acquire within 12-months after hire an EPA Refrigerant Handler Type II certification.

Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic II - Bearings and Steam Trap class completions. EPA Refrigeration Handler Type II certification upon hire.

Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic III - Bearings, Steam Trap, Variable Frequency Drive, and Pump class completions. EPA Refrigeration Handler Type II certification upon hire.

Central Plant Maintenance Mechanic IV - Bearings, Steam Trap, Variable Frequency Drive, and Pump class completions. EPA Refrigeration Handler Type II certification upon hire. Capable of training and supervising other mechanics as needed.

Candidate position placement is dependent upon years of experience and availability.

Must be able to follow directions as presented by the supervisor, be computer literate, be a positive team player, and be capable of working independently as directed in the performance of some routine duties.

Must work safely, adhere to all safety requirements, and promote a safe work environment.

Ability to become proficient in the use of "AiM" Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and the use of mobile technology.

This position may require manual labor and occasionally the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally over 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Vocational/Technical training in the mechanical or electrical fields.

Oklahoma DEQ Class "D" Water Operator's license upon hire or within 90-days.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.