Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
STA00020PO25

Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance

Job Function
Facilities Maintenance

USC Market Title
Maintenance Tech

Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132151

Job Level
T2 - Technical Support

Business Title (Internal Title)
Energy Plant Operator

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance

Department
DAF Facilities Energy Plant

State Pay Band
4

Approved Starting Salary
$37,735

Advertised Salary Range
$37,735 - $47,168

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
40

Work Schedule

Rotating shift/12hr and 8hr Days/12hr and 8 hr Nights

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Other

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Performs duties in the operation and maintenance of the University of South Carolina's energy plants.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma and 6 years experience in steam generation and water chiller operation or equivalent in education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to operate and perform maintenance work in various energy facilities; general knowledge of various trades crafts; ability to communicate both orally and in writing; ability to read and interpret instruction manuals and drawings; ability to use initiative and be proactive in discharging duties.

Job Duties

Job Duty

• Conducts routine inspections of energy distribution area by developing or implementing a planned maintenance schedule for all systems, communicating problems to appropriate personnel, and making recommendations regarding the planned maintenance program to ensure proper operation and maintenance and to provide for, as well as assist in, corrective action prior to emergency action.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
35

Job Duty

• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on energy distribution equipment in multiple energy plants including boilers. de-aerator systems, conveyor systems, water chillers up to 3000 tons, cooling towers, pumps, motors, piping, and other related equipment by preparing and receiving work orders; operating and maintaining tools and equipment: communicating with supervisory personnel and co-workers:
• Planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and problem solving issues; taking personal initiative to correct any problems;
• Ensuring all work performed follows the departmental and OSHA safe!}' guidelines, policies. and regulations;
• Ensuring all assigned systems are safe and in working order and compliant with national and local codes and regulations; and exhibiting professionalism in conduct. appearance, and work practices.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

• Assist in the chemical water treatment process for boilers, cooling towers. chillers and other associated distribution piping and equipment systems, performing daily operational tests;
• Taking corrective action; recording test results and corrective actions; and reporting to management when deficiencies are noted.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

• Performs administrative tasks by maintaining and completing accurate daily time sheets, records on all scheduled and emergency repairs performed on various related systems, and reports that meet DHEC and EPA regulations regarding air quality and emissions; assisting with the Facilities inventory control when requesting, receiving and monitoring supplies, materials, and tools from consolidated Supplies and outside vendors following established procurement polices and procedures with supervisory approval;
• Attending meetings and training events related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

• Maintains the energy plants in order to meet safety, cleanliness, and efficiency standards and expectations by inspecting assigned areas and equipment on a daily and weekly basis;
• Dusting. vacuuming. wiping down surfaces, washing walls, sweeping, mopping and scrubbing floors, collecting and removing trash and recycled materials, for the specific type of location being cleaned, for safety codes, and OSIIA regulation and using applicable equipment and appropriate cleaning supplies;
• Preparing areas and surfaces for painting that may require sanding, scraping, caulking, puttying, spraying, washing, burning or sandblasting; and using brushes, rollers or spray equipment to paint the equipment

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

• Performs other duties related to the energy plant including the monitoring of the Metasys Control System;
• Advising. instructing, and training other lesser skilled operators in the operation and maintenance of energy equipment;
• Staying current with best practices regarding plant operations and the technology involved.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Performs other related duties as required to include filling in for absent personnel on other shifts and/or other plants.

Essential Function
No

Percentage of Time
5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes

Hazardous weather category
Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date
01/10/2025

Job Close Date
06/05/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 5, 2025.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182039

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.