Power Plant Operator - Energy Center (40 Hour)

Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is accepting applications for a Power Plant Operator - Energy Center position.  This position is located in the Energy Center, and is full time (40 hours per week), first shift.  The incumbent in this  position is accountable for independently performing a full range of duties in the cogeneration power plant.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current employee of Connecticut State Colleges and Universities Board of Regents, who has permanent state status, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application.  

A valid driver’s license is required.  

All candidates for employment at Central CT State University are subject to a pre-employment background investigation including criminal background check, federal sanctions, and reference checks.  Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.  Later in the recruitment process, current BOR employees may be required to provide their two most recent performance appraisals.  

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Kathy Callahan at KCallahan@ccsu.edu.

At Central Connecticut State University this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of duties in the cogeneration power plant.

Performs highly skilled duties to ensure safe operation of multiple power plant equipment for economic and efficient production of high pressure steam, electrical power and chilled water to meet energy needs; tours plant to observe operation of equipment and detect faulty or erratic operation of systems such as reciprocating engines, boilers, steam absorption chillers, electric chillers, pumping systems, large motors, cooling towers, medium voltage switch gear systems, urea and emission systems; uses visual and audio observation to monitor vendor and manufacturer calibrated settings in accordance with state and federal regulations; records performance indicators on log deficiency report; makes preventive maintenance repairs such as changing fan belts, valves, gauges, greasing of motors and minor plumbing; samples and performs a chemical test to eliminate hardness in water; cleans pumps; applies lock out tag out procedure when necessary; adds sand to tower water filters; replaces filters; compares logged deficiencies with distributed control system pre-set control points in control software in control room; makes adjustments to control system's set points for proper equipment performance; makes adjustments to maintain electrical production to a defined kilowatt measurement to minimize commercial power consumption; monitors control system for necessary production process control and performance; refers to defined ranges set by vendor and in accordance with state and federal regulations; detects faulty and erratic equipment operations through improper reads on display screens and responds to equipment site to diagnose and repair equipment problem; contacts supervisor and or outside vendor to repair as appropriate or to follow power outage procedures; prepares reports as required; monitors energy management system for building environmental controls, records critical data and contacts appropriate trade worker for repairs; takes general maintenance phone calls and directs calls to appropriate trade worker and completes work orders if necessary; performs related duties as required

Knowledge of theory and application of high pressure boilers, heat recovery steam generators, reciprocating engines and auxiliary systems; knowledge of industrial instrumentation and control systems; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret piping and instrument diagrams, electrical one-line, schematic and logic diagrams; ability to apply some principles of physics, chemistry, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid flow and combustion; ability to utilize computer software.

Three (3) years of experience in a cogeneration power plant or industrial setting including the operation, maintenance and repair of high pressure steam boilers, heat recovery steam generators or other mechanical equipment.

1. Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.
2. College training in mechanical engineering or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of three (3) years for a Bachelors degree.

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights, use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles and may be exposed to significant levels of noise, dust, heat and risk of injury from equipment and or environmental conditions.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.