Operating Engineer Pittsburgh, PA

The Operating Engineer is responsible for properly operating all mechanical systems; for performing selected preventive and corrective maintenance duties as directed; for monitoring and operating building automation system hardware software sensors and components. The incumbent will be responsible for the operation preventive and corrective maintenance for all mechanical electrical and plumbing systems. This position requires a minimum class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineers License or equivalent NIULPE Universal CFC Certification preferred five years experience as a licensed stationary or operating engineer: a minimum of three years experience monitoring and operating building automation systems controlling a large and complex physical plant. Computer-based energy management systems and DDC control experience preferred. Incumbent must be mobile around campus be able to lift 50 pounds crawl into confined spaces including manholes and utility tunnels as well as maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions
Incumbent must be able to be mobile around campus be able to lift 50 lbs. crawl and have above average sensory perception; must possess valid Pennsylvania drivers license.

Physical Effort
Incumbent will be required to climb ladders crawl into confined spaces including manholes and utility tunnels. Also must be able to maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.


The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.


Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Union Eligible.95 Engineer
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Required Licensure/Certification Class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineer License or Equivalent NIULPE Universal CFC
Work Schedule Sunday & Monday 10pm - 6am; Thursday Friday Saturday 6am - 2pm
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus in an office or in a lab.
Hiring Range Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check FBI Criminal Record Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable