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Chiller Operator, (vacation relief coverage)

Cambridge, MA, us💼 Full-time💰 $52–$52🗓 2026-07-08 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operate and maintain central chilled water plants, steam equipment, and related distribution systems to ensure continuous facility operations.

Role type

Skilled trade operator (chiller/mechanic)

Builds

Continuous plant operations and performance for university facilities

Domain

Facility management / HVAC / Mechanical systems

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Chilled water system operation, Steam system operation, Water treatment system operation, Preventive maintenance, Troubleshooting, Reading technical plans and manuals, Computer-based plant control systems operation, EPA CFC certification compliance

Preferred skills

Refrigeration Technician license, First-Class Fireman's License, DOT physical clearance

Technologies

Computer-based plant control systems

Responsibilities

Operate central chilled water plant under varying load conditions, Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on various equipment, Take critical plant readings (pressures, temperatures, flows, oil levels, meter readings), Complete daily logs and prepare reports, Maintain chemical treatment program, Clean and maintain plant and assigned boiler facilities, Work with utility mechanics and other trades personnel

Seniority

Journeyman level, hands-on IC

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