Oiler

13-Dec-2023

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Utilities – Power Plant Operations – Central

85530BR

University Job Title

Oiler

Bargaining Unit

L35 – Local 35 (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade 11

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Facilities, Utilities

Total # of hours to be worked:

40

Work Days/Hours (Other than Standard)

12-hr Rotating shift. 4-on 4-off. Includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

120 Tower Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511

Position Focus

Provides services to the University’s power plants by coordinating the operation and inspection of the variety of power plant equipment as well as system testing and general plant operation, record keeping and controls operation to achieve maximum operating efficiencies.

Essential Duties

1. Coordinates with the Watch Engineer in the operation and inspection of high pressure boilers, gas turbines, diesel generators, steam turbines, chillers, compressors, cooling towers, fuel systems, all related auxiliary systems and control systems consistent with plant standard operating procedures. 2. Maintains plant operation computer based records, interprets results, and initiates actions after notifying the watch engineer. 3.  Reads all gauges and meters, notifies the watch engineer when readings deviate from normal, and takes corrective measures. 4. Coordinates with the watch engineer and starts or secures all major and auxiliary pieces of equipment, adjusts operating controls of the systems to achieve maximum operating efficiency while responding to changes in electric, steam and chilled water demands. 5. Tests all water systems, interprets results, and determines the amount of treatment to be added to the water systems to maintain proper residuals. Insures the Watch Engineer is aware of any abnormal or unexpected chemistry conditions. 6. Reads, understands, uses and updates technical manuals, shop drawings and blue prints. 7. Uses small tools and instruments. 8. Locks and tags plant systems as requested by the Watch Engineer. 9. Selects proper lubricants and lubricates machinery as required. 10. Performs minor maintenance and touch up painting, maintains clean work area. 11. Performs related duties as required or assigned. 12. Observes safety standards and practices. 13. Trains new hires/transferees in all proper operations, safety standards and practices. 14. Assists plant supervision in writing and editing plant operational procedures. 15. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

1. Must have at least four (4) years of power plant operation. 2. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Ability to read, write and follow written instructions.

Required Licenses or Certifications

1. Candidates must have a State of CT OE2 license. 2. Must hold valid Driver’s License. 3. OSHA 10 Certificate.

Physical Requirements

1. Climb ladders in excess of twenty (20) feet (and may ride and work from mechanical lifts; if applicable). Walks on catwalks. 2. Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling and/or squatting. 3. Occasional work on knees. 4. Occasional overhead work. 5. Work in all types of weather. 6. Work in dusty and dirty areas. 7. Work in extreme temperatures (indoors and out) in compliance with OSHA. 8. Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion as necessary while working with tools, equipment and materials. 9. Moves, assembles, lift sand carries equipment, tools and materials of up to 50 lbs. without assistance. This includes from floor to chest height (the reverse is also true).

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit “Learn about background checks” under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It’s Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements

Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver’s license.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus