Job Opportunities at Texas State UniversityPlease see Special Instructions for more details.
Experience and Education :
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Plant Operations works 24 / 7 / 365 from Sundays to Saturdays. Plant Operator working hours vary. Candidates for the position will be required to work on any of the three different shifts.
Regular rotation of shifts may occur if job needs dictate. Occasionally, we will change shifts depending on the needs of Plant Operations.
Applicant will work during holidays and must work additional hours when needed.
Posting Information
Posting Number : 2025012
Posting / Functional Title : University Pay Plan Title
Location : San Marcos
Department : Utility Operations
Recruitment Type : Open to All
Job Type : Full-Time
Funding Source : Permanent
Monthly Salary : $4,230.00 - $4,550.00
Job Category : Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications
Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position :
- Knowledge of intermediate theory and practice of electro-mechanical equipment for operation, computer automation software including INSIGHT, DESIGO, IoT, and BACnet protocols.
- Ability to analyze and identify equipment problems, and troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic system issues.
- Experience using computer programs such as MS Office.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of the manual and computerized maintenance and operation of chillers, chilled water production, steam boilers, heat exchangers, steam production, and feed water systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with various types of electric energy generation.
- Experience with electrical and pneumatic controls.
- Experience taking telephone messages and managing communication effectively.
- General knowledge of electric power systems, grids, generation, transmission, distribution; blue prints and one-line diagrams.
Job Description
Responsible for providing safe, reliable electrical power, chilled water, and steam in a timely and responsive manner to meet the needs of the university.
Job Duties
- Use computer terminals to monitor, control, and command equipment in all thermal plants.
- Lead Plant Operator I to physically ensure all equipment is available and prepared to start / stop and to support automated operation of equipment.
- Prepare and complete log sheets, update daily logs and monthly reports for chilled water, steam production, and water consumption.
- Watch, test, and troubleshoot chemical stations and monitor water chemical levels for equipment protection and energy efficiency.
- Operate, inspect, report, clean, paint, repair, and maintain electromechanical equipment in all campus plants.
- Serve as the point of contact for the University Contact Center and direct business and after-hour phone calls to proper shops for assistance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date : 09 / 20 / 2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) : Open Until Filled
Normal Work Days : Normal Work Hours Start : 8 : 00AM; Normal Work Hours End : 5 : 00PM
Posting Notices
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.
You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance : various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off : vacation, holidays, sick days, and many more!
- Excellent work-life balance resources : mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
- Great training and development opportunities : choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community : join our many social networks offered on and off-campus.
- Retirement peace of mind : TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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