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STEAM PLANT MECHANIC, SR*
Job Title: STEAM PLANT MECHANIC, SR*
Job Code: 0347
FLSA: N
Job Level: 09
Revised Date: 07/01/2003
Job Family: JF 21
Occupational Summary
Repair and maintain steam plant equipment and facilities including overhauling, adjusting and repairing boilers, generators, pumps and auxiliary equipment; perform all phases of plant operation, and training; assist in the training of plant personnel and assume the duties of the plant supervisor when required.
Work Performed
Test boiler water and add chemicals to maintain boiler water treatment as directed.
Unload coal from railroad car; fill bunkers with coal; maintain coal on coal pile; operate and maintain coal conveyers; handle other types of fuel as needed.
Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly working environment by cleaning assigned areas; clean fires and remove ashes from boilers as scheduled. Following a predetermined schedule, perform preventative maintenance on steam plant equipment and facilities; read preventative maintenance sheets and make minor adjustments to equipment as directed; assist the steam plant mechanics in overhauling equipment as directed. Assist the steam plant operator in the operation of the University Steam Plant which includes, but is not limited to, monitoring and servicing plant equipment; monitoring control boards and equipment as assigned; making minor adjustments to equipment according to standards and procedures, notifying the operator as required.
Assist the steam plant operator in the control and tending of boiler fuel combustion to assure proper and efficient operation; adjust stoker. Conduct routine operational checks related to maintenance and repair of coal and fuel oil conveyance systems to include inspection, cleaning, testing, lubrication, and repair or replacement of defective parts. Perform maintenance and repair work on fuel conveyance systems, digital coal scales, and the Track Mobile railroad spur including overhauls and maintenance inspections as required.
Perform routine mechanical tasks in the servicing of steam plant equipment to include changing oil filters, checking scales, testing emergency generator and filling boiler tanks with water.
Collect coal samples; inspect coal cars prior to unloading; maintain coal car report daily.
Weigh and mix chemicals to be added to boiler water as directed.
Calibrate and monitor the steam plant system. Perform maintenance and repair work on steam plant equipment and facilities including overhauls and maintenance inspections and service of equipment with grease and oil; assist steam plant operators and firemen with handling of boiler fuels. Operate the steam plant as required in an emergency situation and/or during an act of God.
Perform skilled craft work related to plant maintenance such as welding and cutting, pipefitting and minor electrical work.
Operate and maintain all types of loaders at Duke steam plant.
Overhaul, regulate and repair equipment such as boilers, conveyors, pumps, and generators using specialized testing devices and hand power tools.
Calibrate and regulate gauges, meters, and controls on equipment and control boards. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Train lower level personnel in all phases of plant operation and maintenance. Assume the duties and responsibilities of the steam plant supervisor in his absence as needed.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
Work requires an educational background normally acquired through a high school education with course work in skilled crafts, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Possess a valid North Carolina Driver's license. Possess a valid Duke forklift operator card.
Experience
Work requires knowledge of heating plant equipment and facilities normally acquired through four (4) years of experience in the maintenance of heating plant facilities.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Skills
N/A
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
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Essential Physical Job Functions
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
