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Indiana University Bloomington Bloomington, Indiana

Boiler/Chiller Operator Trainee

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A Stationary Engineer or Boiler Operator operates and repairs stationary mechanical equipment such as engines or boilers for buildings and industrial use.

$47,657 / year median in Indiana

+4% projected growth

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Boiler/Chiller Operator Trainee Boiler/Chiller Operator Trainee
Company:
Indiana University Bloomington
Job Location:
Bloomington, Indiana
Category:
Maintenance and Trades
Type:
Full-Time Job ID:
319819 Department
FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB
(BL-PHYP-IUBLA) Department Information Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus. Job Summary Performs ash and soot removal, unloads coal trucks, fills bunkers, and general ash and coal maintenance. Fires boilers, samples and treats water, general water treatment, and boiler maintenance. Monitors chilled water system and responds to alarms as needed. Attends all mandatory and on-the-job training sessions. Performs other duties as needed relating to the operation and/or maintenance of the utility production and distribution systems. Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required 1 year of verifiable experience working in an industrial/mechanical/trade/utility type of environment.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire. SKILLS Required Proficient communication skills. Maintains a high degree of professionalism. Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills. Demonstrates a high commitment to quality. Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty. Highly thorough and dependable. Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to represent the company with external constituents. Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion. Strong verbal communication and listening skills. Ability to build strong customer relationships. Ability to learn how to utilize relevant tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials and methods associated with the mechanical, electrical or operational type maintenance field. Coal conveyor systems, boiler systems, chiller systems, electrical distribution and their sub-systems. Tools involved in ash pulling, painting, cleaning, drilling, light bulb changing, parts delivery, water analysis and maintenance at a semi-skilled level.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed boots, hearing protection, work gloves, respirator. Ability to complete required safety programs. Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email utility. Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds. Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position oneself in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Work Location Bloomington, Indiana This is an in person position. Advertised Salary This position follows a tiered training program, with hourly pay increasing as you successfully progress through each training level. The current pay structure is as follows: Levels 1 and 2: 85% of the fully trained rate - $33.83 per hour Levels 3 and 4: 95% of the fully trained rate - $37.81 per hour
Fully Trained Operator:
$39.80 per hour Advancement through each level is based on successful completion of the required training and demonstration of the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of the position. Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification Career Level:
Mastery FLSA:
Nonexempt Job Function:
Engineering, Trades & Facility Job Family:
Energy & Utilities Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Contact Us Request Support
Telephone:
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