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Steam Plant Operating Engineer

Harvard University
Cambridge , MA, USA
Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities :

Under the supervision of the Utility Plant Operations Supervisor, is responsible for the safe and proper operation, monitoring and control of all equipment associated with plant operations and the production of utilities.

Oversees the operation of the control room and directs the work of other Utility Plant Operating Engineers and / or Utility Plant Auxiliary Operators.

Communicates regularly with the Utility Plant Operations Supervisor, uses judgment, and takes action in order to safely maintain or restore utility production.

Participates in the starting, control, operation, shutdown and inspection of boilers, steam turbine generators, diesel / natural gas generators, chillers, electrical switchgear, substations and all other equipment associated with plant operations and the production of utilities.

Monitors instrumentation for proper operating conditions, determines nature and cause of trouble and performs necessary corrective action to protect personnel, equipment, system integrity, and to maintain optimum efficiency and safety.

Participates in emergency response training and drills.

Prepares logs and other operating records including data collection via the plant computer / control systems and computerized asset / maintenance management system, prepares and changes charts.

Where applicable, synchronizes generators with the distribution system and performs electrical switching operations.

Reviews plant and equipment status with personnel on shift and via control / computerized systems to monitor load conditions, status, etc.

Observes various instruments, records readings, evaluates readings and takes appropriate action when required. Required to perform duties of Utility Plant Auxiliary Operators on an as needed basis.

For short periods of time, may assume responsibilities of Operations Supervisor in his / her absence and when directed.

Performs routine operating maintenance, including cleaning of equipment and plant work areas. Participates in emergency response activities;

may be assigned work of equal or lower skill level, including maintenance work; and must participate in mandatory training and other programs as required.

Must observe and comply with all codes and perform work in accordance with recognized industry standards; University policies, procedures, and standards;

and local, state, and federal laws / requirements.

Performs other related duties as required.

30+ days ago
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