Operating Engineer

New Yesterday

--- Located within Facilities Management, Utility Services strives to maintain, improve, and provide safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable utilities through effective energy conservation and innovation. Under direct supervision, the Utility Operating Engineer will assist with monitoring and inspecting equipment, assist with operating the steam and chilled water plant, and with guidance from the supervisor, adjusts and control steam and chilled water, and performs water tests and analysis. Duties Assists with monitoring and inspecting equipment to detect leaks or malfunctions to ensure the equipment is operating efficiently and safely. With guidance from the supervisor, discusses the type of maintenance needed and performs routine maintenance.
Assists with the operation of the steam and chilled water plant generation equipment including boilers, chillers, and cooling towers. Assists with adjustments and controls of the generation of steam and chilled water to ensure maximum efficiency of plant operations.
Assists with reading gauges, meters, and charts to ensure the boilers are operating properly.
May test boiler water quality and discusses with supervisor any corrective actions that should be taken such as mixing and adding chemicals to prevent corrosion and harmful deposits.
May assist with analyzing problems and receive directive from the supervisor of any appropriate action to be taken
Assists with maintaining logs of operation, maintenance, and safety activities, including but not limited to test results, instrument readings, and details of equipment malfunctions and maintenance work.
Assists with keeping the plant operational when the University is closed and in case of steam and chill plant emergencies.
Uses hand tools, power tools, precision measuring, and testing instruments.
Reads and interprets electrical, mechanical, and civil design drawings.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position or any site support position to include assisting any skilled trade.
Job Requirements
--- Required Education: High School diploma or GED
Required Experience: None
Skills: Basic knowledge of water analysis and chemical treatments
Basic knowledge of safe operating procedures
Detail oriented when watching gauges and other indicators to ensure equipment is working properly
Ability to give full attention and understand written and verbal instructions
Ability to use hand and power tools, control panels, and switches Certifications: Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date Advertised Physical Requirements: Physical: Standing and walking for prolonged periods. Ability to grasp, reach, twist, bend and kneel. Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted.
Environmental: Works in a power plant environment and with large machinery and possible exposure to hazardous conditions. Exposure to steam, electricity/high voltage, hazardous chemicals, extreme cold and heat, wet, humid, and noisy environment. When required, must wear appropriate safety equipment. May be designated as an essential position during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies. Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit .
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services. Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?:YesSpecial Indications:Hiring contingent upon police records check, Hiring contingent upon driver's license check Job Posting
:Jul 25, 2025
Location:
Norman