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Requisition Number: S_260181

Department: UO Husker Energy & Power-12300

Description of Work:

• Lead the operation of utility plant equipment on assigned shift, including chillers, boilers, thermal energy storage systems, and other auxiliary systems.
• Oversee the production and distribution of utilities and minor maintenance tasks across campus facilities.
• Provide supervision and operational support to staff and skilled operators.
• Review the performance of personnel, and provide ongoing feedback and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement strategies to optimize equipment operations.
• Contribute to long-term planning for equipment upgrades.
• Administer in-house commissioning of new equipment and retro-commissioning of existing equipment.
• Serve as project manager, coordinating and overseeing utility outages and emergency maintenance affecting campus utilities and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and requirements.
• Enforce federal regulations governing environmental protection, handling of hazardous materials and hazardous waste, and the use of chemical substances and materials.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and operational availability.
• Develop an operational understanding of all University utility facilities, including major plant equipment and components.
• Operate plant equipment either manually and/or through the plant control system interface.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field, or equivalent of 2+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible utility plant experience or 5+ years without an applicable degree.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, delegate work, and achieve results through others.
• Ability to work effectively in a professional environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field and 5+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience within a comparable plant environment.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role within a comparable plant environment.
• Experience with utility distribution system infrastructure, including underground utility locating and GIS software (after-hours response).
• Experience utilizing supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems such as WonderWare, Allen Bradley, or others.
• Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Maintenance knowledge of boiler and/or refrigeration equipment.
• Knowledge of state and local codes, including Electrical, Mechanical, OSHA boiler, and/or environmental codes.
• National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) boiler certification.

Posted Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-Time

About University of Nebraska Lincoln

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