What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Plant Technician III position at Tulane University?
Job Description
This position will check and service building steam supply valves, air condition equipment, ventilation fans, and other mechanical equipment during assigned shift. Perform routine chemical test on various steam and water systems as prescribed and add chemicals as necessary. Perform equipment maintenance. Keep accurate records and report any equipment malfunctions/problems. Respond to emergencies and perform related duties as assigned or as become apparent. In the absence of Chief Engineer, Licensed Engineers will supervise the duties performed by any Unlicensed Engineer present on shift.
Responsibilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:
Required Education and Experience:
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .
This position will check and service building steam supply valves, air condition equipment, ventilation fans, and other mechanical equipment during assigned shift. Perform routine chemical test on various steam and water systems as prescribed and add chemicals as necessary. Perform equipment maintenance. Keep accurate records and report any equipment malfunctions/problems. Respond to emergencies and perform related duties as assigned or as become apparent. In the absence of Chief Engineer, Licensed Engineers will supervise the duties performed by any Unlicensed Engineer present on shift.
Responsibilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:
- Some vocational training preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a current valid drivers’ license.
- Ability to carry out instructions and perform duties accurately and safely required.
- Ability to work different shifts required.
- Ability to work during extreme hot, cold, windy, or rainy weather in performing assigned duties required.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the job required, including the ability to safely handle loads of 50 pounds minimum.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others of diverse personalities, education and cultural backgrounds required.
- Ability to comprehend and relay orders and specifications of supervisor and work without constant direct supervision.
- Ability to report to work on time and ability to work overtime when needed required.
- Ability to obtain OEHS certification for N-95 and SCBA upon employment per OEHS and OSHA regulation section 1910.134.(g)(1)(i) subtitle 1910.134(g)(1)(:)(A), and 1910.134(g)(1)(:)(B) required; ability to maintain SCBA and N-95 certification once certified required.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Licensed operating engineer. Minimum 3 rd Class Stationary Boiler.
- Specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents are required.
- HVAC license preferred
- Ability to perform job duties while wearing respiratory protection.
- Responsible for understanding and utilizing the work order process.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .