What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steam and Power Plant III - Facilities Management Admin position at University of Illinois?
Steam and Power Plant III - Facilities Management Admin
Hiring Department: Facilities Management Admin
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1027448
Posting Close Date: 04/14/2025
Salary: $58.20 hourly
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
Under the supervision of a Steam and Power Plant V operate all University building mechanical and electrical systems. The Steam & Power Plant III reports to a Steam & Power Plant IV, who in turn reports to a Steam & Power Plant V.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, central utility plant, steam plant and the co· generation plant.
- Perform maintenance on all air handling units and air distribution systems.
- Operate and maintain heat exchangers, steam generators, distillers, demineralizers, air compressors, and other systems.
- Operate boilers and high temperature hot water generators using gas and/or oil as fuel. Operate diesel engines and electrical generators.
- Operate and maintain boiler systems including fuel, feed water, chemicals, controls, pumping, and expansion tanks.
- Operate and maintain refrigeration equipment including condenser and chilled water systems, cooling towers, and pumps.
- Check temperatures, pressures, water levels, humidity, and air flow. Read meters and maintain operating and maintenance records. Operate building automation computers.
- Operate swimming pools, including pumps, filters, chemical feed and testing equipment. Operate electrical switchgear and ice grooming equipment.
- Operate and/or maintain life safety systems, including fire pumps and fire line distribution systems. Respond to fire calls and emergency calls. Operate, maintain or direct maintenance of fire alarm systems and fire line distribution systems. Regulate and/or control water now, air now, gas now, oxygen now, and dry vacuum.
- Perform utility shutdowns and startups as required. Read building mechanical drawings. Prepare written reports detailing response to operations, service calls and equipment maintenance. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience in the maintenance and operation of steam and power plant equipment.
- One (1) year (12 months) of work experience in a position comparable to the Steam and Power Plant II.
- Possession of current/valid licenses and certificates, as required by the employing institution. (Which are a Stationary Engineer's License and a Universal Card. Please be sure to upload a copy. Otherwise, the exam request may be denied).
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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