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| Stationary Engineer, Senior | |
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| Posting Number | req19373 |
| Department | Biosphere 2 |
| Department Website Link | https://biosphere2.org/ |
| Location | Outside of Tucson |
| Address | 32540 S Biosphere Road, Oracle, AZ 85623 USA |
| Position Highlights | Biosphere 2 at the University of Arizona is in search of a Stationary Engineer, Senior (Plant Ops Stationary Technician II). This position assists the plant supervisor and/or plant lead mechanic in providing the Biosphere with chilled water, hot water, tower water, and electrical generation. In order to deliver quality customer service, the successful candidate will follow department and University policies and procedures in a professional manner. Work schedule will include alternate work weeks and hours.
Biosphere 2 advances our understanding of natural and human-made ecosystems through integrated research that drives the discovery and development of interventions that increase the resilience and sustainability of Earth systems and human quality of life. We advance research in our unique facilities, conduct interdisciplinary science education, and foster leadership initiatives focused on developing scalable solutions for our planet and beyond. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities | Duties & responsibilities: * Inspects equipment and corrects problems to ensure the safe and economical operation of all central plant equipment. * Submits reports to ensure efficient utilization of equipment and adherence to the preventive maintenance program. * Cleans, lubricates, services and performs maintenance and repair of all central plant equipment such as replacing and/or repacking bearings and valves, repairing lines. * Overhauls, disassembles and reassembles pumps such as feed water, transfer, condensate, vacuum and chemical pumps; checks for wear using micrometers and dial indicators. * Troubleshoots and repairs electric and pneumatic boiler controls. * Monitors various gauges, meters, and pressure and temperature indicators to verify operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and/or related equipment and adjusts controls to specified operating conditions. * Prepares logs, charts and reports regarding operating conditions. * Makes chemical analysis of water samples and adjusts amounts of chemical being used in order to properly protect equipment. * Operates computer to question or verify specified operating conditions at various University facilities as required; initiates corrective action in emergency situations by notifying proper department or dispatching appropriate personnel to site. * Applies safety standards at all times and maintains good housekeeping practices to provide safe working conditions; reports problems affecting plant safety. * Drives a University vehicle on a daily basis. * Additional duties may be assigned. |
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| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week | 40 |
| Job FTE | 1.0 |
| Work Calendar | Fiscal |
| Job Category | Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay | $25.50 - $31.88 |
| Compensation Type | hourly rate |
| Grade | 7 |
| Compensation Guidance | The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. |
| Grade Range Minimum | $25.5 |
| Grade Range Midpoint | $31.88 |
| Grade Range Maximum | $38.24 |
| Career Stream and Level | OC2 |
| Job Family | Plant Operations |
| Job Function | Facil, Grounds, & Infra |
| Type of criminal background check required: | Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Contact Information for Candidates | John Adams jadamsb2@arizona.edu |
| Open Date | 4/29/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Resume and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Diversity Statement | At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. |
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