Steam Plant Steamfitter/Industrial Mechanic (+ up to 5,000 Sign-on Bonus)
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Maintenance
Posted on May 22, 2023
Summary
VCU's Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Steamfitter/Industrial Mechanic in the Steam Plant.
The Steamfitter is responsible for operation, maintenance, and repair of MCV and MPC steam plants and distribution systems, ensuring that each plant operates reliably, efficiently, and at all times in compliance with safety and environmental regulations. In addition, the Steamfitter provides technical expertise to other departments and interfaces with customers to ensure their needs are met should problems arise.
The steam plant is a 24/7/365 day operation. The main steam plant consists of three 125,000 lbs/hour boilers with typical loads ranging from 35,000 lbs/hour (summer) and up to 135,000 lbs/hour (winter).
Minimum Hiring Standards
- Demonstrated knowledge of industrial maintenance, boiler operations, steam & condensate distribution systems
- Good computer, CMMS, and Microsoft Office skills
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools
- Knowledge and understanding of thermal energy safety and environmental regulations
- Good interpersonal communication, role model, operational, and professional excellence skills
- Must have the ability to multi-task and have good problem-solving skills
- High school graduate, GED, or equivalent
- Virginia Driver's license required
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
- Experience in steam boiler, industrial steam plants, or steam distribution preferred
- Welding experience is desired
- Pipe or steam fitting apprenticeship program completion preferred
- Combined education and experience repairing steam systems preferred
- Experience in University, Boiler Plant, Power Plant, or Central District Heating systems preferred
- State of Virginia Driver's license required
Typical Physical Demands & Activities
Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Marginal
Pushing/Pulling: Marginal
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Marginal
Repetitive Motion: Marginal
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Essential
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential
Environmental Conditions
Extreme heat/cold: Essential
Extreme Noise: Essential
Vibrations: Essential
Fumes: Marginal
Mists/gases: Marginal
Emotional Demands
Fast pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential
Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
ORP Eligible: No
VCU Job Code: Trades Specialist FM 1-3 (17121-17123)
Close Date: June 11, 2023
Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 (+ up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus)
Position Details:
Department: Facilities Management, Engineering and Utilities Operations
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt