Boiler Operator (Second Shift)

Salary: $49,000.00 Annually

Location : York County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 2024056S

Agency: Winthrop University

Opening Date: 02/15/2024

Closing Date: 10/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/15758.

Class Code:: KC40

Slot Number:: 0033

Position Number:: 2024056S

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Pay Band: Band 4

Hiring Range - Max.: $49,000.00

Opening Date: 02/15/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Ability to train on first shift (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and move to a regular second shift (3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday - Thursday).

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Central Energy Supervisor, the incumbent operates boilers in the Central Heating Plant and other university locations during heating season and performs repair/ maintenance activities as instructed.

• Operates one electrical high-voltage boiler, two gas-and-oil-fired boilers and two gas-fired boilers in the Heating Plant and assists with boilers in other university locations as may be required to ensure safe, efficient and continuous delivery of steam and heat.
• Monitors boiler operations; immediately reports any abnormalities or problems observed; makes adjustments to boilers or controls as instructed; troubleshoots problems to determine whether an adjustment is needed or there is a system failure; and makes the necessary adjustment or reports the failure.
• Performs preventive and semi-routine maintenance on boilers and related mechanical equipment, as instructed; performs internal inspections; and assists in preparing boilers for annual inspection and testing.
• Supervises the unloading and storage of fuel oil.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

High school diploma and two years of relevant experience.

Working knowledge of the techniques and procedures for operating high-pressure steam boilers. Good mechanical aptitude necessary. Ability to follow written instructions and directions; think and act quickly in an emergency; lift up to 80 pounds; work in extreme temperatures and around loud equipment; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, co-workers and supervisor. Ability to train on first shift (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and move to a regular second shift (3 p.m. to 11 p.m.).

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of relevant experience.
Additional Comments

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Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.