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Power Plant Operator

Apply now Department: 3670060130 Fac Power Plant & Utilities
Job no: 517454
Employment type: Staff Full Time (USS)
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement
Categories: Facilities / Grounds / Skilled Trades
Pay Grade: 09A

About This Role:

This position exists to provide operating and maintenance support in the Power Plant operation in order to fulfill its mission of providing uninterrupted utility service to the campus. Schedule is 7:30 am to  4:00 pm M-F for Maintenance with shift rotation on Saturday’s and Sunday’s to include midnight to 8 am, 4 pm to midnight. Shifts run Sunday to Sunday.

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion in every sector of the institution. The university actively seeks individuals whose commitments and contributions will advance the University's dedication to the Principles of Community.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Requirements:

  • Requires a high school diploma and three years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of experience in one of the following building mechanical trades: electrical, electronics, plumbing, power plant operation, boiler operations, HVAC, and electronic/pneumatic control repair.
  • Prefer skill in the use of tools and the operation of machines and equipment commonly used in preventive maintenance and repair work.
  • High school graduate or equivalent and two years of experience in a power plant setting, including steam generation, chiller operation, and reading/calibrating all types of gauges and meters.
  • Welding experience.

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
  • Valid driver’s license upon appointment
  • Must become certified as a Class I Asbestos worker during the probationary period and maintain it.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Online application
  2. Resume

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Pay Rate:

$22.83 - $34.69 hourly

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.

 

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