Utility Operator

Requirements

• Five (5) years' experience in the trade as a journeyman, current Pipefitter's license, and EPA CFC Technician certification required.
• Completion of a trade or vocational school program is required.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license
• Additional Qualifications and Skills:
• Oil Burner Technician's, Fireman's, or Operating Engineer's License strongly preferred.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and operating/technical manuals associated with systems/equipment within his/her work scope.
• Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and/or practices and perform work in accordance with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes and/or requirements of jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines and/or practices.
• Must have a complete set of hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when necessary, as well as be capable of working as a member of a team in conjunction with other trades.
• Must be quality focused, service oriented, and be able to clearly and professionally communicate in English with peers, managers, and customers.
• Operation of state-of-the-art, computer-based control systems required.
• Certificates and Licenses:
• Pipefitter's license
• EPA CFC Technician certification
• Standard Hours/Schedule:
• 40 hours per week
• Sunday: Off
• Monday: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Tuesday: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Wednesday: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Thursday: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Friday: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Saturday: Off
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable):
• $55.82/hour
• Visa Sponsorship Information:
• Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening:
• Identity
• Criminal
• Certification(s) / License(s)
• Motor Vehicle Record
• Drug Test,
• CORI
• References
• #LI-RC1
• Work Format Details
• This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
• Salary Grade and Ranges
• This position is salary grade level 000. Corresponding salary information can be found in the job description above.

Benefits

Additional Information

A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing utility systems (chilled water, steam, and compressed air generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components; water/drainage distribution systems; and other related systems). Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices. Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices. Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman. Job-Specific Responsibilities: A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing utility systems (chilled water, steam, and compressed air generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components; water/drainage distribution systems; and other related systems). Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices. Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices. Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman. Working Conditions: Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel (required to provide on-site support during emergency situations as determined by management). Physical Requirements: Required to bend, reach, and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods. Required to lift up to 75 pounds and to lift and transport various types of equipment and tools, with others, in excess of 300 pounds. Must be able to push and pull heavy loads as listed above. Must be able to work for extended periods of time from/in ladders, high places, cramped spaces, confined spaces, and scaffolding. Requires considerable walking, climbing, bending, and stooping.

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