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Senior Operating Engineer

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

The University of Minnesota Duluth is hiring for a Senior Operating Engineer! The primary purpose of this position is to operate, maintain, monitor, and repair high- and low-pressure steam boilers and related equipment. Responsibilities include safe operation of a high-pressure steam plant in accordance with regulatory and State licensing requirements, working a rotating 24-hour, 7-day shift schedule, and being on shift alone for much of the rotation.


For a full job description, click "Apply" to visit the UMN career site.


What you'll need:

  • High School graduation or equivalent plus three years of experience working in the operation and maintenance at a steam plant and the appropriate licensure for the facility.
  • First Class Engineer License grade B or higher is required as appropriate to the facility.


WORK Environment: Onsite


SALARY RANGE: $30.76 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience


What we provide (Civil Service/Labor Rep):

  • MN State Retirement System (MSRS) pension plan - tax-deferred.
  • Thirteen paid vacation days per year (starting accrual rate), in addition to 13 paid sick days and 11 paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities cover 75% - 100% of eligible tuition.
  • Excellent and affordable health care benefits.
  • Wellbeing Program (reduction in annual premiums).
  • Yearly merit increase program.
  • Many professional development opportunities.


Click here for more information: https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Applicant-Center/About-Working-U/Benefits-Working-U-M

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