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Staff Position Details

FT Position Code S2147
Position Class Title Stationary Engineer
Position Description Performs skilled work in the operation, monitoring, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of equipment within the Central Heating & Cooling Plants. Responsibilities include the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of steam generation, chilled water production, reverse osmosis (RO) water, compressed air systems, and associated utility equipment that provide uninterrupted services to Texas Tech University's academic, research, healthcare, residential, athletic, and support facilities.
The Utilities Plant Operator (Stationary Engineer) independently monitors plant operations, responds to changing campus utility demands, performs equipment inspections and operational testing, supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and responds to abnormal operating conditions while maintaining compliance with established operating procedures, environmental requirements, and safety standards.
Work is performed under limited supervision with considerable independent judgment. Performance is evaluated through operational reliability, adherence to safety standards, quality of utility services provided, equipment performance, operating records, and overall plant efficiency.
Qualifications * High school diploma or GED.
* Minimum of 5 years experience operating industrial, institutional, commercial, utility, or district energy plant mechanical systems, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
* Hold a current EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (CFC Handling), or obtain the certification within six (6) months of the date of hire.
* Hold a current Texas Stationary Engineer License, or completion of Texas Tech Dual Plant Utility Operator requirements.
FLSA Non-Exempt
Employee Class N1
EEO 60 - Skilled Crafts
ORP Eligible No

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