Steamshift Operator

About This Role

Operate and maintain steam distribution, HVAC, and building mechanical systems for the University of Pennsylvania, ensuring safe and efficient functioning of campus facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical demands of the position including extensive walking, standing, bending, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Perform multi-skilled trade functions as assigned or as operational needs dictate.
• Utilize knowledge of principles and methods used in maintenance and operation of steam distribution, HVAC, and building mechanical systems.
• Use materials, tools, and equipment for installation, maintenance, and repair of steam, HVAC, and building equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair all components associated with steam, HVAC, and building mechanical systems.
• Understand and utilize safe work practices and PPE as defined by OSHA and other governing entities.
• Energize, operate, and maintain steam distribution systems with pressures ranging from 0-250 psi.
• Interpret and work from schematics, drawings, sketches, and O&M manuals.
• Repair and troubleshoot both pneumatic and DDC controls.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completed an approved accredited HVAC or Steamfitting apprenticeship (4-year program) with 3 years of journey-person level experience post-graduation OR HVAC or Steamfitter trade-specific vocational school (2-year program) with 5 years of journey-person level experience post-graduation OR HVAC or Steamfitter trade-specific military school(s) or corporate training program with 5 years of journey-person level experience post-completion.
• 5-7 years of experience with HVAC and/or Steam systems.
• Valid driver's license, free of any suspension or revocation.
• Ability to accept rotating shift work if required.
• Ability, experience, and willingness to perform multi-skilled trade functions.
• Knowledge of principles and methods in maintenance and operation of steam distribution, HVAC, and building mechanical systems.
• Experience using materials, tools, and equipment for installation, maintenance, and repair of steam, HVAC, and building equipment.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing all components associated with steam, HVAC, and building mechanical systems.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of safe work practices and PPE as defined by OSHA and other governing entities.
• Experience energizing, operating, and maintaining steam distribution systems with pressures ranging from 0-250 psi.
• Experience interpreting and working from schematics, drawings, sketches and O&M manuals.
• Experience repairing and troubleshooting both pneumatic and DDC controls.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-7 years of experience with HVAC and/or Steam systems, plus 3-5 years of journey-person level experience post-program graduation.

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits