Central Plant Operator and Central Plant Operator, Senior
Core
Monitoring, operating, and repairing boilers, chillers, and related HVAC equipment to support 24/7 campus facilities operations.
Role type
Senior IC facilities specialist (central plant operator)
Builds
Reliable heating and cooling systems for university campuses
Domain
Higher education facilities management / HVAC infrastructure
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
boiler operation, chiller operation, preventative maintenance, DCS/PLC troubleshooting, water chemistry analysis, system calibration, emergency response, tool usage
Preferred skills
EPA/CFC certification, experience with large centrifugal chillers, Siemens DCS experience, thermal energy storage system knowledge
Technologies
Distributed Control Systems (DCS), PLCs, Siemens SIMATIC S7, DESIGO workstations
Responsibilities
Monitor gauges and meters to verify operating conditions; perform maintenance, repair, and cleaning of plant equipment; analyze water samples and adjust chemical treatments; troubleshoot control systems and sensors; optimize energy usage and system parameters; respond to emergencies and alarm conditions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
