Plant Utilities Assistant
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
As a Plant Utilities Assistant, you would assist in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner. o Assists in the operation of steam and hot water boilers including lighting off, firing, cleaning and shutting down systems. o Assist in the operation of central and auxiliary computers which monitor, test, control and operate boilers, auxiliary equipment and HVAC systems. o Service and maintain residential heating and air conditioning equipment located in the plant and throughout the community as may be necessary. o Conduct boiler, HVAC and water systems testing, analyzing results and adding chemicals to maintain proper residuals in boiler and piping systems. o Assists in the operation of large central absorption, centrifugal, screw driven and hermetic chiller systems and other refrigeration equipment. Duties include starting, regulating and troubleshooting to maintain proper temperature. o Will be required to perform operations and maintenance within an asbestos environment and/or projects being carried out by other employees or private contractors. o Handle various types of hazardous materials, such as refrigerants, Freon, gas, fuel oil, solvents, antifreeze, biocides, nitrates, ethanol, acids, caustic soda, regulated waste and refuse. o Respond to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or safety concerns such as chemical spills, oil spills and blowouts. o Under supervision - work in confined space situations using personal protective equipment. o May require daily travel within the district, as well as some travel within NY State to assist other districts with special projects. o Candidate will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to Asbestos Containing Materials. o Other Duties as Assigned.
Job Function
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
As a Plant Utilities Assistant, you would assist in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner. o Assists in the operation of steam and hot water boilers including lighting off, firing, cleaning and shutting down systems. o Assist in the operation of central and auxiliary computers which monitor, test, control and operate boilers, auxiliary equipment and HVAC systems. o Service and maintain residential heating and air conditioning equipment located in the plant and throughout the community as may be necessary. o Conduct boiler, HVAC and water systems testing, analyzing results and adding chemicals to maintain proper residuals in boiler and piping systems. o Assists in the operation of large central absorption, centrifugal, screw driven and hermetic chiller systems and other refrigeration equipment. Duties include starting, regulating and troubleshooting to maintain proper temperature. o Will be required to perform operations and maintenance within an asbestos environment and/or projects being carried out by other employees or private contractors. o Handle various types of hazardous materials, such as refrigerants, Freon, gas, fuel oil, solvents, antifreeze, biocides, nitrates, ethanol, acids, caustic soda, regulated waste and refuse. o Respond to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or safety concerns such as chemical spills, oil spills and blowouts. o Under supervision - work in confined space situations using personal protective equipment. o May require daily travel within the district, as well as some travel within NY State to assist other districts with special projects. o Candidate will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to Asbestos Containing Materials. o Other Duties as Assigned.
Salary Range:
From $40193 to $48089 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Any permanent Plant Utilities Assistant or anyone reachable on the Current Civil Service List or anyone eligible for a 70.1 transfer Minimum
Qualifications:
Either 1. One year of satisfactory hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of boilers and/or auxiliary equipment or HVAC equipment in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities (experience limited to residential applications is NOT considered qualifying); OR 2. A high school diploma or GED and successful completion of four trades courses in any combination of the following trades:
electrical, refrigeration, boiler operation and maintenance, plumbing, and HVAC. Each trade course must include a minimum of 30 to 45 classroom/lab hours in order to be considered qualifying; OR 3. Successful completion of 12 college semester credit hours in any combination of the following course areas:
Heating ventilation and air conditioning, electrical circuits, fluid mechanics, technical communications, thermal dynamics, utility refrigeration mechanics, blueprint reading and operation and maintenance, industrial instrumentation and control, industrial safety and environmental air quality; OR 4. Completion of an approved certificate program in HVAC or related area that is a minimum of one year in duration; OR 5. Completion of an approved certificate program in HVAC or related area which is less than one year in duration and post certificate experience, which combined equals one year. Certification program must be accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology or recognized by the NYSED Bureau of Proprietary Schools. Preferred Requirements:
o Working knowledge of the methods, material, tools and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned. o Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in making mechanical and routine electrical repairs to heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, pneumatic control systems and direct digital and other microprocessor controlled systems. o Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures. o Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. o Will be required to read and interpret plans, codes, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications. o Basic computer skills preferred. o Valid NYS Driver's License. OPWDD is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. As a participating agency in the Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus Program (HWB), direct care employees may be eligible to earn up to $3000 in bonuses for qualifying service if they meet specific requirements including continuous service during the appropriate vesting periods. For more information on the program, please contact Amanda Kelly at 518-359-4157.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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