Northern Arizona University
Stationary Engineer or Stationary Engineer Intermediate OR Stationary Engineer,
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona, United States, 86004
Stationary Engineer or Stationary Engineer Intermediate OR Stationary Engineer, Senior
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Stationary Engineer or Stationary Engineer Intermediate OR Stationary Engineer, Senior
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Northern Arizona University .
Overview The Stationary Engineer position is an on-site role at Northern Arizona University Facility Services. The incumbent operates and maintains central plant and distribution equipment including high‑pressure power boilers up to 243,000 lbs/hr steam capacity and 96 MMBtu HTHW capacity, centrifugal chillers up to 4500 tons, and auxiliary components. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
Responsibilities
Plant Operation and Safety
Monitors and records operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and related equipment and adjusts controls to specified operating conditions. Applies safety standards at all times and maintains good housekeeping practices to provide safe working conditions; reports problems affecting plant safety. Assists in preparing boiler for annual internal and external inspections which require extended periods of time spent inside the boiler steam drum and combustion chamber. Operates boilers outside of normal operating range to prove that all boilers safeties are in working order and corrects any discrepancies found. Performs inspection, trap surveys, and repairs in underground utility tunnels which require kneeling, crawling and climbing in tight quarters and in extreme heat conditions. Samples, tests, analyzes, mixes and injects chemicals to maintain boiler/chiller waterside conditions and blow downs in accordance with engineering standards. Monitors gauges, gas and draft meters, pressure and temperature indicators to verify operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and related equipment and adjusts controls to specified operating conditions. Inspects and overhauls plate and frame heat exchangers to include cleaning of plates on an annual basis and plate replacement when required. Uses test equipment such as volt/ohmmeter, combustion analyzer, combustible gas detector, and air quality analyzers to ensure compatibility and safe and efficient operation of equipment. Performs and records periodic system testing and recommends modification or repair of equipment which fails to meet acceptable operating standards.
Equipment, Maintenance, and Repair
Provides maintenance and repair of Central Plant equipment. Performs preventive maintenance, routine maintenance, and overhaul of boilers including complete teardown and rebuild of burners, flame management system and drum level control system along with all auxiliary equipment. Cleans and rattles boiler tubes as needed. Maintenance of cooling towers to include the replacement of tower fill, belts, motors, and inlet screens. Performs routine maintenance and repair of centrifugal type chillers including partial tear down of condenser and evaporator shells. Troubleshooting of chiller controls, refrigerant circuit, and lubrication system. Cleans chiller tubes on an annual basis or as required. Performs routine maintenance and repair of centrifugal, reciprocating, and vacuum pumps.
About the Position Under the general direction of the Central Plant Supervisor and Stationary Engineer, Lead for Facility Services, the Stationary Engineer Sr works within the Central Heating and Cooling Plants. They operate and maintain central plant and distribution equipment including high‑pressure power boilers up to 243,000 lbs/hr steam capacity and 96 MMBtu HTHW capacity, centrifugal chillers up to 4500 tons, and auxiliary components. This position exists to aid and assist Facility Services' mission to the University by providing distributed energy to the Campus community, exercising fiscal responsibility, reporting on leading edge technology, practicing sustainable maintenance and operations.
Special Information
This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
This position may be filled at the Base, Intermediate, or Senior level depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Final placement will be determined by the hiring manager.
Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business to become authorized by submitting Driver's license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.
About the Department/College Facility Services-Utility Department is responsible for the purchase, production and distribution of water and energy on campus. This includes the generation of steam, high temperature hot water, and chilled water at two campus plants for space heating, water heating and cooling of buildings.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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Stationary Engineer or Stationary Engineer Intermediate OR Stationary Engineer, Senior
role at
Northern Arizona University .
Overview The Stationary Engineer position is an on-site role at Northern Arizona University Facility Services. The incumbent operates and maintains central plant and distribution equipment including high‑pressure power boilers up to 243,000 lbs/hr steam capacity and 96 MMBtu HTHW capacity, centrifugal chillers up to 4500 tons, and auxiliary components. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
Responsibilities
Plant Operation and Safety
Monitors and records operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and related equipment and adjusts controls to specified operating conditions. Applies safety standards at all times and maintains good housekeeping practices to provide safe working conditions; reports problems affecting plant safety. Assists in preparing boiler for annual internal and external inspections which require extended periods of time spent inside the boiler steam drum and combustion chamber. Operates boilers outside of normal operating range to prove that all boilers safeties are in working order and corrects any discrepancies found. Performs inspection, trap surveys, and repairs in underground utility tunnels which require kneeling, crawling and climbing in tight quarters and in extreme heat conditions. Samples, tests, analyzes, mixes and injects chemicals to maintain boiler/chiller waterside conditions and blow downs in accordance with engineering standards. Monitors gauges, gas and draft meters, pressure and temperature indicators to verify operating conditions of automatically fired boilers, chillers, compressors, motors, turbines and related equipment and adjusts controls to specified operating conditions. Inspects and overhauls plate and frame heat exchangers to include cleaning of plates on an annual basis and plate replacement when required. Uses test equipment such as volt/ohmmeter, combustion analyzer, combustible gas detector, and air quality analyzers to ensure compatibility and safe and efficient operation of equipment. Performs and records periodic system testing and recommends modification or repair of equipment which fails to meet acceptable operating standards.
Equipment, Maintenance, and Repair
Provides maintenance and repair of Central Plant equipment. Performs preventive maintenance, routine maintenance, and overhaul of boilers including complete teardown and rebuild of burners, flame management system and drum level control system along with all auxiliary equipment. Cleans and rattles boiler tubes as needed. Maintenance of cooling towers to include the replacement of tower fill, belts, motors, and inlet screens. Performs routine maintenance and repair of centrifugal type chillers including partial tear down of condenser and evaporator shells. Troubleshooting of chiller controls, refrigerant circuit, and lubrication system. Cleans chiller tubes on an annual basis or as required. Performs routine maintenance and repair of centrifugal, reciprocating, and vacuum pumps.
About the Position Under the general direction of the Central Plant Supervisor and Stationary Engineer, Lead for Facility Services, the Stationary Engineer Sr works within the Central Heating and Cooling Plants. They operate and maintain central plant and distribution equipment including high‑pressure power boilers up to 243,000 lbs/hr steam capacity and 96 MMBtu HTHW capacity, centrifugal chillers up to 4500 tons, and auxiliary components. This position exists to aid and assist Facility Services' mission to the University by providing distributed energy to the Campus community, exercising fiscal responsibility, reporting on leading edge technology, practicing sustainable maintenance and operations.
Special Information
This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility, with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
This position may be filled at the Base, Intermediate, or Senior level depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Final placement will be determined by the hiring manager.
Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business to become authorized by submitting Driver's license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.
About the Department/College Facility Services-Utility Department is responsible for the purchase, production and distribution of water and energy on campus. This includes the generation of steam, high temperature hot water, and chilled water at two campus plants for space heating, water heating and cooling of buildings.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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