Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Manufacturing / Production / Operations
Posted on May 6, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I
Requisition Number
RE45211
Working Title
Department Name
3CU00:Utilities & Energy Management
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
40
Salary Range
$15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Standing or walking with objects up to 50lbs; Repetitive motion. May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or temperature extremes while reviewing a job-site(s).
Shift
Shifts [7:00am – 3:00pm; 3:00pm – 11:00pm; & 11:00 pm – 7:00am].
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and crisis
management, requiring some night(s), weekend(s), and/or holiday(s) response.
Job Summary
This position will assist Heating/Cooling (H/C) Operator IIs in preventative maintenance with all H/C Plant equipment.
The primary responsibilities include:
• assist in maintenance and safe operation of mechanical and pneumatic equipment at the H/C plants
• maintain records of maintenance and repair
• maintain, install, and operate equipment at H/C plants
• maintain proper steam pressure and chilled water temperatures
• maintain/operate boilers and associated equipment
• fill and drain boilers
• assist in training and monitoring of General Maintenance Worker IIs in coal bed/boiler operations
• feed coal into boilers
• maintain a uniform coal bed
• remove ashes and empties coal accumulation
• keep job site clean
• respond to emergency situations and other duties as assigned
This position is required to follow the instructions of the supervisor relative to safety issues as outlined in Physical Plant Division and University Policies and Procedures. Must be able to work overtime when required. In addition, this position requires frequent climbing to various height levels; crawling into tight places; significant lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of 50 lbs. or more. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently exposed to extreme temperature conditions (boiler room, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.); hazardous chemicals and fumes.
There is currently more than one position open for the Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I. To be considered for each position, you must apply for each position. One application will not be considered for all positions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
KRONOS, SAP
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I
Requisition Number
RE45211
Working Title
Department Name
3CU00:Utilities & Energy Management
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
40
Salary Range
$15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Standing or walking with objects up to 50lbs; Repetitive motion. May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or temperature extremes while reviewing a job-site(s).
Shift
Shifts [7:00am – 3:00pm; 3:00pm – 11:00pm; & 11:00 pm – 7:00am].
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and crisis
management, requiring some night(s), weekend(s), and/or holiday(s) response.
Job Summary
This position will assist Heating/Cooling (H/C) Operator IIs in preventative maintenance with all H/C Plant equipment.
The primary responsibilities include:
• assist in maintenance and safe operation of mechanical and pneumatic equipment at the H/C plants
• maintain records of maintenance and repair
• maintain, install, and operate equipment at H/C plants
• maintain proper steam pressure and chilled water temperatures
• maintain/operate boilers and associated equipment
• fill and drain boilers
• assist in training and monitoring of General Maintenance Worker IIs in coal bed/boiler operations
• feed coal into boilers
• maintain a uniform coal bed
• remove ashes and empties coal accumulation
• keep job site clean
• respond to emergency situations and other duties as assigned
This position is required to follow the instructions of the supervisor relative to safety issues as outlined in Physical Plant Division and University Policies and Procedures. Must be able to work overtime when required. In addition, this position requires frequent climbing to various height levels; crawling into tight places; significant lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of 50 lbs. or more. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently exposed to extreme temperature conditions (boiler room, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.); hazardous chemicals and fumes.
There is currently more than one position open for the Heating/Cooling Plant Operator I. To be considered for each position, you must apply for each position. One application will not be considered for all positions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
KRONOS, SAP
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Describe how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this position.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe what "teamwork" means to you.
(Open Ended Question) - * Indicate your amount of paid work experience maintaining mechanical and pneumatic equipment.
- None
- More than 0, up through 6 months
- More than 6 months, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * The essential functions of this position will require you to work at various height levels and work in extreme temperature conditions (i.e. boiler room, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.) and requires lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds. Can you meet this requirement with or without reasonable accommodations?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
