Operating Engineer

Macalester College seeks to hire an Operating Engineer to work in its Facilities Services Department during the academic year. This position will be responsible for monitoring, maintenance, and operation of the central heating plant high-pressure boiler system and central chillers during the academic year, September thru May. and is responsible for general campus maintenance duties during the summer. 

Hours/Schedule:40 Hours - Rotating Shift

Optional: $43.23 per Hour

This is a union position. After the 6 month probationary period, the successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local Number 70.

As the Operating Engineer, you will be part of a team that makes up a 3 shift around-the-clock operation monitoring and maintaining our high-pressure boilers during the heating season.  This position is a Swing Shift shift position (11pm-7am) On a rotating day/ rotating shift pattern, 7-on, 2-off, 7-on, 2-off, 6-on, 4-off. Rotating through all 3 shifts. Boiler schedules are created well in advance of the heating season to allow for scheduling.  

• Testing, monitoring, maintenance, repair, and operation of high-pressure boilers and related equipment.
• Monitor boiler water quality and administer chemical treatment as indicated through testing.
• Monitor building automation systems to ensure proper temperature control and alarm response to campus buildings and equipment.
• Follows accepted process for adjustments to boiler plant equipment. Project schedule awareness, knowledge of and adherence to accepted best practices
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance as directed.
• May perform testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of equipment and systems related to heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues in campus buildings.
• This position will be part of the maintenance on-call rotation list
• Provide Central Plant support for special events on campus, which may include weekends and/or holidays.
• Follow safe work practices and all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures
• Engaging in and promoting Macalester’s culture of diversity and inclusion, encompassing individuals of any heritage, identity, status or orientation.

• Minnesota First Class B Boiler Operator's license
• Possesses exceptional knowledge of high-pressure steam boiler operation, principles, applications, techniques, procedures and dangers of such systems.
• Must possess knowledge and skills in electricity, HVAC, and plumbing in sufficient depth to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of systems.
• Significant work experience with building energy management computer systems
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity

Preferred

Refer to Position Description Form including descriptions from:

• Associate's degree, or vocational or technical school degree in an equipment/building maintenance discipline
• 5 years experience maintaining equipment and systems in a high pressure boiler plant.

 Benefits:

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• Employer contributions to a pension plan.
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines: 

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester’s Employment Opportunity Webpage by December 21st, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and this role will be posted until filled.  

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager 

jhoward3@macalester.edu

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals.  Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.