US-NY: Ithaca-Utility Operator II

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Job Title: Utility Operator II
Job Location: NY: Ithaca
Pay Rate: Open
Job Length: full time
Start Date: 2008-08-10

Company Name: Cornell University
Contact: HR
Phone: email only please
Fax: email only please

Description: !*! The Buildings and Properties Department at Cornell University's New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva is seeking a highly motiviated, well organized individual to fill the position of Utility Operator II.%0A %0A Shift schedule is 4 p.m. to Midnight Saturday, Sunday and Thursday, and relief on Monday and Friday. Days off are Tuesday and Wednesday.%0A %0A Deadline for submitting application materials is Sunday, August 24, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.%0A %0A Work as a member of a crew in two person teams in an around the clock process tasked with operation of the physical plant at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station. Operate and maintain the Central Heating Plant high-pressure steam boilers and related equipment that provide steam for heating, cooling and process needs year round at the Station. Perform chemical testing on water treatment, compare results with desired ranges and make adjustments as necessary. Prepare chemical batches to assure continuous flow of treated water with proper chemical analysis and quality. Observe and check operating equipment at the Central Heating Plant and throughout campus, make routine adjustments and report unusual conditions to next shift and responsible shop foreman through Department Service Coordinator. Take and record various meter, temperature and pressure readings and keep careful notes on actions taken. Perform various maintenance and custodial duties at the Central Heating Plant. Monitor fire alarms, building alarms, research related alarms, and have responsibility for Station emergency assistance phone. Respond to calls for elevator malfunctions. Perform monthly and yearly inspections and testing for fire extinguishers and emergency lights Station-wide and report or repair noncompliant devices. Patrol and secure buildings, farms, greenhouses and grounds; monitor controlled temperature rooms and mechanical systems during non business hours. Discover and investigate abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate action to protect life, property and research. All Utility Operators are required to attend safety, technical, management and environmental training.!*! Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, more than one year experience in boiler environment. Must be able to work in confined spaces. Must be able to inspect crawl spaces, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements and isolated areas. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Sound judgment, excellent reasoning and decision-making skills, meticulous record keeping and ability to work with diverse personalities. Must be able to work under pressure with a great deal of initiative. Proceed alone on regular tasks consulting with supervisor on questionable situations. Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to work well with others is required while creating a high-quality and respectful work environment. Must be able to work independently while supporting the efforts of the overall team. Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy with a wide range of internal and external constituencies is a must. Must have demonstrated ability to handle sensitive/confidential material in a professional manner. Must possess and maintain valid driver license.%0A %0APreferred Qualifications: Experience with high-pressure boilers and related equipment. Experience with mechanical systems. OSHA 10 hour trained for general industry. Third party certification in high pressure boilers.%0A %0A No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.%0A %0A Cornell University is a bold, innovative and inclusive teaching and research university of academic distinction and public service where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to be active citizens of the world.%0A %0ACornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. %0A %0A




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