Job description
ENGIE North America is seeking a Utility Plant Operator II (UPO) for our location at the University of Iowa Power Plant.
The UPO is responsible for carrying out the duties assigned by the Power Plant Management Team to ensure safe, proper and efficient plant operation of power generation equipment including but not limited to the following; boilers, pumps, air compressors, conveying systems, fans, electric motors, ash conveying system, control valves, mobile equipment and other industrial equipment as needed.
What You'll Do:
- Operate all machinery and related equipment (boilers, pumps, air compressors, conveying systems, fans, electric motors, ash conveying system, control valves) in a safe proper and efficient manner as directed by the Shift Supervisor
Responsible for reporting and notifying the appropriate personnel by communicating verbally and in writing all pertinent information amongst the shift, between shifts, production support personnel and management personnel
Know and understand the normal operating condition of each piece of plant equipment and be aware of the present operating condition of each piece of plant equipment
Perform hourly rounds and other round schedules as outlined in shift procedures and/or as assigned by Shift Supervisor.
Record and ensure that plant operating logs are kept current and accurate
Perform necessary tasks for the removal of bottom ash
Perform daily housekeeping tasks and any other housekeeping tasks as assigned by Shift Supervisor/Management
Required to provide relief and support in other job classifications including but not limited to other operations positions, maintenance and fuel unloading
Understand the operation and normal operating conditions of all fuel unloading, processing and conveying equipment
Perform regular and routine testing & treatment of boiler water as directed
Responsible for vacation/emergency relief as required. Also, may be required to work overtime as deemed necessary by the Plant Management Team
Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System for writing and completing work orders with notes
Carries out other duties as assigned
What You Bring:
High School Degree or GED equivalent required
Additional education or training in mechanical engineering or power plants preferred
Three (3) years industrial plant, process plant or power plant experience operating boilers, pumps, fans, conveyors and/or other similar equipment required
One (1) year experience operating solid fuel and/or gas/oil fired water tube boilers, turbine generators and related plant equipment required
Possession of a license similar to the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) or State Second Class Engineer license preferred
Required to have a valid driver's license
Required to have a Cellular or home phone for on call or emergency notifications
Required to work a varied/rotating schedule including weekends, holidays and overtime
Required to be on call as needed/deemed necessary by Supervisor/Management
Required to provide relief and support in other job classifications including but not limited to other operations positions, fuel unloading and maintenance
Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Additional Information / Conditions
Ability to meet highest attendance requirements
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to use personal computer, calculator, and work with standard software applications.
Must be physically capable to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communication.
Capable of frequently standing; walking; balancing; sitting; climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks and the like as required); kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting (min. 50 lbs).
Capable of performing repetitive motions as required.
Required to have eyesight corrected at 20/40 to accurately read and interpret such as but not limited to instruments, gauges, and manuals.
Must be physically capable of entering and working in a confined space (crawl spaces, shafts, small enclosed areas, pipes and the like) as required.
Must be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hardhat, safety shoes, safety glasses
- Working Environment: Indoors 90% Outdoors 10%
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time
- The Power Plant can be an extremely hot environment
- Areas of the Power Plant can be dusty
- The Power Plant noise level is usually moderate to high
Work environment characteristics described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
Iowa:
In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.
Unite with us in leading the transformation of the world of energy! ENGIE is looking for talented and motivated individuals to create the future of energy and customer solutions.
Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity to help customers meet their energy challenges today and in the future. Are you up for the challenge?
At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.
We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.
The pay range for this role is: $22.64/hr - $54.19/hr USD. The listed salary range represents ENGIE’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries across all U.S. locations. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their work location, and additional factors, including qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package and certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and commissions. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
Your talent acquisition partner can share specific information regarding the salary for the position based on the work location.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
Nearest Major Market: Iowa City
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