Power Plant Operator

Williams College is excited to announce an opening for a Power Plant Operator in our Combined Heat and Power Facility.

Williams College is recognized not only for its excellence as an institution but also for being a truly exceptional place to work. With a long-standing reputation as an innovative academic institution engaging with its community and our expanding world the College is deeply committed to supporting its employees through excellent benefits professional development opportunities and a workplace culture built on respect safety and inclusion. Our employees are drawn to Williams College for the career opportunities but they stay for the supportive environment and sense of belonging that comes with being part of our community. At the heart of this mission Williams operates a modern and productive Combined Heat and Power Facility that plays a vital role in the Colleges commitment to sustainability and efficiency. The energy center is clean well-maintained and run by a team known for its professionalism reliability and positive work culture.

Under the direction of the Lead Power Plant Operator and the Engineer in charge the Power Plant Operator operates and maintains steam boilers fuel handling equipment boiler feed water equipment air compressors air dryers and related equipment and all other related working and emergency equipment within the Williams College Combined Heat and Power Facility (CHP).

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintains steam boilers boiler burner equipment fuel handling equipment and boiler feed water equipment. The Plant Operator will acknowledge and take corrective action in response to all system alarms under the direction of the Shift Lead.
• Operate and maintain air compressors air dryers and related equipment to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Operate and maintain the emergency electric power generator including transferring plant power during outages.
• Maintain process equipment and coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Perform daily water tests on boiler feed water and condensate and adjust chemical treatments.
• Observe and record pressure temperatures makeup water condensate return and fuel consumption.
• Perform routine lubrication flushes drains and oil changes on equipment.
• Perform pump transfers as directed by Shift Leads.
• Perform general manual work such as cleaning stations and opening and closing valves and manways.
• Perform minor maintenance repairs.
• Log and report relevant data and readings.
• Remain on duty until properly relieved and provide a thorough turnover to the next shift.
• Performs all duties in a safe manner utilizing safety practices and procedures required by Williams College under the applicable general laws for Massachusetts. Must wear personal protective equipment review pertinent safety material before conducting new assignments and perform annual training for reporting procedures. Perform all duties safely utilizing required safety practices and procedures and wear personal protective equipment.
• Ensure proper Lock-out/Tag-out procedures are followed.
• Monitor for and report unusual occurrences.
• Maintain all equipment in a clean orderly and operating condition.

Qualifications:

• Possess a current Massachusetts 2nd Class Firemans License or higher.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a Massachusetts Hoisting License for classifications 1C and 3A
• Must hold a valid driver license.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use hand and power tools multimeters and specialized tools as required.
• Ability to read write and communicate verbally.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet for 12 hour periods.
• Ability to navigate throughout the heating plant and multiple levels using stairs and ladder climbing.
• Demonstrated/demonstrable experience working with computers instrumentation equipment and control systems.
• Ability and willingness to learn the control systems data logging and other systems as required.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Pay range starts at $39 per hour commensurate with experience.

This full-time year-round position is eligible for Williams Colleges robust benefits package designed to support you in your work and overall health and wellness.

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Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant including the completion of a criminal record check and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments promotions and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race color sex national origin religion age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or military service.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive. As part of this commitment we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at or email at .