Steam & Power Plant III (3784)

at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Information

Working Position Title
 Steam & Power Plant III (3784)
Classification
 Steam & Power Plant III
Position Number
 00003784
Open Date
 07/26/2024
Close Date
 08/16/2024
Priority Review Date
Employee Class
 Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
 Full-Time
FTE
 1.00
Position Status
 Regular
FLSA
 Non-Exempt
Job code
 4992
Union Representation
 Union
Union Code 
 ENG - Intrnl Union of Oper Eng, #399
Unit/Department
 Heating Plant
College/Unit
 Facilities Management
Division
 Administration & Finance
Location
 EP
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
  https://www.niu.edu/facilities/index.shtml
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
Northern Illinois University is a world-class, research-focused public institution that attracts students from across Illinois, the country and the world. NIU's vision is to be an engine for innovation to advance social mobility; promote personal, professional and intellectual growth; and transform the world through research, artistry, teaching and outreach. Our mission is to empower students through educational excellence and experiential learning as we pursue knowledge, share our research and artistry, and engage communities for the benefit of the region, state, nation and world.

The Steam & Power Plant III position is the NIU Heating Plant's Stationary Engineer position. This position is essential to the operation, maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance of the University's HVAC, environmental control, and water systems for all of NIU's facilities.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Chief Plant Operating Engineer and the direct supervision of the Lead Plant Stationary Engineer, this position performs duties necessary to operate and maintain the heating, ventilating, air conditioning and all other mechanical equipment on campus. Duties must be performed competently in routine as well as emergency situations as this is the essential service of the university.

Flexibility in work shifts will be a requirement due to the 24/7/365 nature of this department's essential service to the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Facilities Maintenance and Repair

Performing Preventative Maintenance tasks for buildings across campus.
Make routine rounds by checking air handling units, pumps, valves and controls to make sure the performance is at normal operating levels for said equipment as well as monitoring the buildings through a BAS (Building Automation System).
Repair and replace parts such as seals, packing and bearings in pumps and HVAC units.

HVAC Calibrations and Adjustments

Perform duties and work of adjusting and maintaining controls on HVAC equipment.
Control temperatures of buildings by adjusting and maintaining (calibrating) thermostats.
Check relative humidity of rooms along with ventilating systems.
Maintain high-pressure steam lines and cover all steam plant emergencies.

On The Job Training

Responsible for administering training to lower classifications when the need/opportunity arises; required to assist in any difficulties pertaining to the duties of a S&PP I or S&PP II.

Facilities Repairs Coordination and Strategy

Performing various duties involving co-collaborative work with other trades on mechanical equipment and/or infrastructure repairs.

Other Miscellaneous Tasks

Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience in the maintenance and operation of steam and power plant equipment.
3. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience in a position comparable to the Steam and Power Plant II.
4. Possession of current/valid State of Illinois Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance; power plant equipment, steam-generating equipment, and pollution-control devices.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote the effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Knowledge of steam and power plant operations.
Knowledge of systems such as word processing, managing... For full info follow application link.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.