Mechanical Systems Operator, Facilities Services (2243)

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Mechanical Systems Operator, Facilities Services (2243) Pocatello - Main NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

To operate and maintain high-pressure boilers, chillers, and related equipment; perform related work.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Examples of Duties

1. Mechanical systems operation. -Inspects heating equipment: checks fans, valving and piping, gauges, sight glasses and indication lights. -Insures proper operation of feed and return water pumps, sump and chemical pumps, water softeners, internal and external boiler components, electrical systems, and burners. -Maintains burner firing and fuel ratio control. -Boiler operation: maintains water level, steam pressure, proper deaeration tank operation, rotation of water and chemical pumps, and start-up and shut-down of boilers. -Maintains fuel system components. -Regulates continuous blowdown, blowdown water columns, top and bottom drums, and wall water boxes. -Blows water tubes in boiler with high-pressure steam and soot blowers to remove carbon deposits. -Water treatment: mixes chemicals. -Tests water condition for dissolved solids, "P", "M", and "O", alkalinity, sulfite, and pH levels. -Regulates chemical feed. -Maintains chemical usage information, boiler performance logs, recorder charts, and gas usage data. -Repairs drains and tubes. -Takes flow readings of water loops and air velocities in ducts to balance HVAC systems. -Monitors building automation and fire control systems and makes computer commands to start and stop fans, pumps, and related devices. -Monitors/repairs geothermal pumps and production, and injection systems. -Maintains heat exchangers, sand traps, injection wells, check valves, and pneumatic and automatic piping systems.