Powerhouse operator job description
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Example powerhouse operator requirements on a job description
Powerhouse operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in powerhouse operator job postings.
Sample powerhouse operator requirements
- Must possess a valid Powerhouse Operator certification
- Experience in operating and maintaining powerhouse equipment
- Ability to monitor and analyze the performance of the equipment
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues
Sample required powerhouse operator soft skills
- Excellent communication skills to communicate with co-workers and management
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Flexibility to work varying shifts and schedules
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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University of Michigan powerhouse operator job description
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
Utilities is a division of Facilities and Operations, made up of 125 dedicated employees responsible for providing utilities services for the university 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Services include campus-wide utilities purchasing, generation, and distribution, as well as metering and billing energy consumption for all university buildings. Distribution includes the operations and maintenance of 300 miles of underground utility systems from outdoor lighting and high voltage circuits to water mains to tunnel piping. The division also provides a wide range of engineering services primarily dedicated to energy management, the operations and maintenance of university facilities, and the utilities infrastructure.
Why Work at Michigan?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
* Responsible for the monitoring and operations of high pressure gas and oil fired super-heated boilers along with steam turbine and gas turbine generators, including all auxiliary and supporting equipment.
* Start-up, synchronize, load and unload electrical generators.
* Perform periodic rounds of inspection for the power plant, checking for the proper function of equipment.
* Test and maintain boiler water chemistry as prescribed by the plant chemist guidelines.
* Primary responsibility of directly operating and maintaining all equipment within the plant in a safe, reliable and efficient manner and in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, Central Power Plant (CPP) policies and procedures.
* Perform responsibilities and assigned duties as a member of a watch standing team.
* Perform preventative maintenance tasks on power plant systems (including all plant auxiliary systems) and ensures their safe, proper and efficient operation.
* Ancillary duties include writing and reviewing procedures, on-the-job and classroom training and root cause analysis investigations, providing basic maintenance, filling in for employees in other job classifications, and performing other tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications*
* A high school diploma or a trade school equivalent.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* At least 2 years of maritime or powerhouse experience with super-heated boiler, gas turbine generator and steam turbine generator operations.
* Knowledge and understanding of mathematics in the industrial environment, including basic physics and chemistry for power plant operations, process equipment and instrumentation fundamentals, steam system basics, and boiler and turbine operations.
* Considerable mechanical aptitude.
* Thorough knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
* Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of high-pressure boilers, turbines, generators and related equipment.
* Thorough knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in high-pressure boilers along with steam and combustion generators.
* Ability to maintain and prepare routine operations records and reports.
* Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others.
* Must be able to perform the full range of duties, with or without a reasonable accommodation, in the classification in an environment that has high levels of heat and noise. This includes, but is not limited to, operating valves, inspecting equipment, traversing under and over obstacles, ascending/descending ladders, and being able to transport up to 50lbs.
* Act in accordance with the Facilities and Operations' guiding principles: respect, collaboration, proactive, solutions-based and responsibility to the environment.
Work Schedule
Following the initial training period, this position is on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
Additional Information
Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our committment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the International Union of Operating Engineers, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
Utilities is a division of Facilities and Operations, made up of 125 dedicated employees responsible for providing utilities services for the university 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Services include campus-wide utilities purchasing, generation, and distribution, as well as metering and billing energy consumption for all university buildings. Distribution includes the operations and maintenance of 300 miles of underground utility systems from outdoor lighting and high voltage circuits to water mains to tunnel piping. The division also provides a wide range of engineering services primarily dedicated to energy management, the operations and maintenance of university facilities, and the utilities infrastructure.
Why Work at Michigan?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
* Responsible for the monitoring and operations of high pressure gas and oil fired super-heated boilers along with steam turbine and gas turbine generators, including all auxiliary and supporting equipment.
* Start-up, synchronize, load and unload electrical generators.
* Perform periodic rounds of inspection for the power plant, checking for the proper function of equipment.
* Test and maintain boiler water chemistry as prescribed by the plant chemist guidelines.
* Primary responsibility of directly operating and maintaining all equipment within the plant in a safe, reliable and efficient manner and in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, Central Power Plant (CPP) policies and procedures.
* Perform responsibilities and assigned duties as a member of a watch standing team.
* Perform preventative maintenance tasks on power plant systems (including all plant auxiliary systems) and ensures their safe, proper and efficient operation.
* Ancillary duties include writing and reviewing procedures, on-the-job and classroom training and root cause analysis investigations, providing basic maintenance, filling in for employees in other job classifications, and performing other tasks as needed.
Required Qualifications*
* A high school diploma or a trade school equivalent.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* At least 2 years of maritime or powerhouse experience with super-heated boiler, gas turbine generator and steam turbine generator operations.
* Knowledge and understanding of mathematics in the industrial environment, including basic physics and chemistry for power plant operations, process equipment and instrumentation fundamentals, steam system basics, and boiler and turbine operations.
* Considerable mechanical aptitude.
* Thorough knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
* Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of high-pressure boilers, turbines, generators and related equipment.
* Thorough knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in high-pressure boilers along with steam and combustion generators.
* Ability to maintain and prepare routine operations records and reports.
* Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others.
* Must be able to perform the full range of duties, with or without a reasonable accommodation, in the classification in an environment that has high levels of heat and noise. This includes, but is not limited to, operating valves, inspecting equipment, traversing under and over obstacles, ascending/descending ladders, and being able to transport up to 50lbs.
* Act in accordance with the Facilities and Operations' guiding principles: respect, collaboration, proactive, solutions-based and responsibility to the environment.
Work Schedule
Following the initial training period, this position is on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
Additional Information
Facilities and Operations seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our committment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the International Union of Operating Engineers, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024