Chief Operating Engineer Busch Cogen Plant

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Chief Operating Engineer Busch Cogen Plant
Job Category
URA-AFT Administrative
Department
IPO-Facilities Utilities
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Chief Operating Engineer Busch Cogen Plant for Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Reporting to the Manager, Central Plants, this position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair and improvement of the Central Heating Plants, Busch Cogeneration Plant, High Temp Hot Water Systems, Chilled Water Distribution Systems and all associated equipment. Position acts as the Chief of the College Avenue Central Heating Plant in his/her absence.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Coordinates and manages diverse utility projects.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Busch Cogeneration Plant, Busch Central Heating Plant and the Chilled Water Distribution Systems.
• Responsible for the scheduling and management of all equipment shutdowns for maintenance and state inspections as well as a continual preventative maintenance program.
• Communicates with all affected customers in the event of any system interruptions in regard to the nature of the outage, how it will affect them and the duration of the interruption. There is emergency plant power capability (l000KW generator) at the Busch Cogeneration Plants in the event of a facility wide power failure.
• Supervision of plant Operating Engineers, including training and ensuring safety compliance with all regulatory statutes.
• Acts as supervisor for all Central Plants in the absence of the other Chief Operating Engineer.
• Provides guidance and instruction on procedures and equipment associated with all plant operations.

Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
07
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
83547.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
104140.000
Annual Maximum Salary
124733.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Central Healing Plant management, including experience in the area of cogeneration and refrigeration.
• A minimum of five years of supervisory experience including bargaining unit and contract repair personnel is required.

Certifications/Licenses

• New Jersey Gold Seal License
• Must have the ability to obtain a Universal Refrigeration License and New Jersey Blue Seal Refrigeration License within one year.
• Valid driver's license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and experience with the operation and control of all types of HVAC equipment.
• Specific knowledge of the New Jersey Administrative Code for Boiler, Pressure Vessels and Refrigeration is required with a basic knowledge of the ASME Rules and Guidelines for the Care of Power/Heating Boilers. Best Practice and Safe Operation of all pressure vessels is the basis of these rules and codes and must be adhered to at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment and New Jersey State Air and Water Quality standards is strongly desired. Boiler and HVAC system experience while serving in the military preferred.

Equipment Utilized

• The position needs to be proficient in control systems including, but not limited to, system components for Dual Fuel Turbines, Heat Recovery Units, Boilers, Heat Exchangers, Pumps, Refrigeration Machines and Cooling Towers.
• The position must be familiar with Data Acquisition Software required to operate and monitor the plant and equipment under his/her supervision.
• Be proficient in the use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (AIM) for all preventative, routine and emergency work orders and appropriating time accounting for all employees. Computer literacy including Energy Management Software, Equipment Monitoring and Microsoft Office is a requirement.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details
Posting Number
24ST0609
Posting Open Date
03/21/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload required "Proof of Gold License" under Certifications/Licenses.
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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