Utility Plant Operator

Job Title

Utility Plant Operator

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Utilities & Energy Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Utilities & Energy Services in the Division of Operations includes over 200 staff members with varied backgrounds and interests. Our goal is to be a world class leader in the production, delivery, and management of utilities and energy services, fostering a culture of excellence while effectively stewarding university resources and the environment. If you would like to learn more about UES, please visit: https://utilities.tamu.edu

What we want

We are looking for Utility Plant Operators at various levels of experience. Whether you have minimal experience or several years in the field, we encourage you to apply. If this job description resonates with you, we invite you to submit your application for consideration.

What you need to know

We have multiple openings available. Please include your work history with brief details by attaching a resume or completing the application. Our department may reach out to schedule an interview. The recruitment process, including screening, interviews, and reference checks, will help us determine the best fit for the positions.

This position operates on a 12‑hour schedule following a 7‑day rotating shift cycle, which includes seven consecutive days off between each rotation.

This position is located in College Station, TX. Remote/Work from alternate location is not available at this time.

Qualifications

Senior Utility Plant Operator:

• Requires high school or equivalent & 5 years of utility plant operation experience
• Responsible for safely and efficiently operating the utility plant and satellite plant heating and cooling systems on an advanced level. May drive University vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license
• Pay Range $34.68 - $38.14 per hour

Utility Plant Operator:

• Requires high school or equivalent & 3 years of utility plant operation experience.
• Responsible for safely and efficiently operating the utility plant and satellite plant heating and cooling systems. May drive University vehicle
• Valid driver’s license
• Pay Range – $30.15 - $33.17 per hour

Responsibilities

• Operates steam boiler, high pressure pumping units, vacuum pumps, chilled water systems, boiler feed pumps, and auxiliary equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Assists in observation of switchboard for electrical load changes.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs equipment.
• Observes and operates controls on cooling and water towers.
• Assists in the operation of water heating and chilling systems.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.