Chiller Operator, (vacation relief coverage)

NOTE: This is a vacation relief position required to cover vacations and other absences • A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing chilled water generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components.   • Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices.   • Also required to perform, as directed, other skills of the trade and related duties associated with the operation and maintenance of steam equipment and distribution systems, water/drainage distribution systems, and other related systems.   • Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices. • Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman. Job-Specific Responsibilities: NOTE : This is a vacation relief position, required to cover vacations and other absences • Operates central chilled water plant under varying load conditions.   • Operates other miscellaneous plant equipment including water treatment systems and compressed air systems.   • Works with other trades personnel and management personnel to maintain continuous plant operations/performance.  • Takes all related plant readings critical for operations, efficient performance, and billing (e.g., pressures, temperatures, flows, oil levels, meter readings, etc.)  • Completes daily logs and prepares reports as necessary, enters daily information in computer.  • Maintains chemical treatment program and enters information into computer.   • Cleans and maintains plant and assigned boiler facilities.  • Perform inspections, preventive maintenance on various equipment as directed.  • Operates and maintains various plant systems (including HVAC) as required to meet equipment and occupant requirements.  • Works with utility mechanics and performs other duties as directed.   • Maintains work area, tools and equipment.   Physical Requirements: • Required to bend, reach, and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods. • Required to lift up to 75 pounds and to lift and transport various types of equipment and tools, with others, in excess of 300 pounds. • Must be able to push and pull heavy loads as listed above. • Must be able to work for extended periods of time from/in ladders, high places, cramped spaces, confined spaces, and scaffolding. • Requires considerable walking, climbing, bending, and stooping. Emergency Status Designation: • Critical Operations Personnel Basic Qualifications: NOTE : This is a vacation relief position, required to cover vacations and other absences • Five (5) years of experience in the trade as a journeyman or operator, current Refrigeration Technician license or current Commonwealth of Massachusetts’s First-Class Fireman’s License or higher. • Must have, or successfully obtain within 6 months of hiring, EPA CFC certification (universal).  • Trade or vocational school mandatory. • Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Additional Qualifications and Skills: • Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of and experienced in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of all components and/or systems  (chillers,  cooling towers, pumps, water treatment systems, controls, etc.) pertaining to chilled water generation and distribution. • Must be capable of reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and operating/technical manuals associated with systems/equipment within his/her work scope. • Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and/or practices and per