Utility Operator - UNL

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

No-cost life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance for employees and dependents

Exclusive staff discounts

Continuous improvement and innovation

Professional development through training and education

Embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace

And many more

Apply Now: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/92581

As a Utility Operator, you will:

Operate high-pressure boilers, steam turbines, centrifugal chillers, and auxiliary equipment at university central heating and cooling plants.

Ensure safe operation of utility plant equipment, tools, and machinery.

Perform and/or assist in performing preventative maintenance.

Complete light maintenance duties such as adjusting, cleaning, and painting.

Repair utility plant equipment and facilities.

What you bring to the position (minimum qualifications):

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to understand and execute verbal, electronic, and written instructions.

Ability to read and understand operating manuals.

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.

Ability to read, understand, and follow safety procedures and use windows-based software for word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, and email.

Ability to obtain the appropriate National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE), National Association of Power Engineers (NAPE).

Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Note: Job duties and pay are determined by level of experience, skills, abilities, and licensures.

This position must be available by phone to address work-related issues and may be required to perform work in addition to and outside of the normal scheduled shift.

Apply Now: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/92581

Learn more about University Operations and other opportunities here: https://operations.unl.edu/university-operations-careers-0

A criminal history background check, pre-employment physical, and driving record review will be conducted.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.