Southwestern University, located in Georgetown, Texas has an immediate opening for a Central Plant Operator. This position works 40 hours a week, shift work (including weekends and holidays) while maintaining contact with the switchboard operator and handling Facilities Management emergency calls that come in after normal hours of operation. This position reports to the Supervisor of Central Plant and includes the University’s full benefit package. This is a full-time, fully benefited, non-exempt position.

Duties:

  • Chiller operations, along with monitoring building environments.
  • Conducts testing analysis of water for cooling towers.
  • Closes loop hot and chill water systems, swimming pools, fountains and treats with chemicals as required.
  • Prepares and maintains charts, records and analyzes data obtained.
  • Operates computerized energy management system.
  • Operates and monitors chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, and related equipment’s.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirement:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • General operating knowledge of chillers, mechanical equipment, boilers and air conditioning systems.
  • A minimum of one year of experience in central plant operator/mechanic environment.
  • Possess good oral and written communication skills and be able to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to lifts heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work both independently or without close supervision.
  • Ability to work as a member of a team.
  • Current valid Texas driver’s license in good standing is required.

Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, under graduate tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates. Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu.

To apply: The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/158415. Interested persons must submit a resume, and application. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee. The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer. EOE/M/F

Inclusion is the deliberate effort to create an environment in which people from all backgrounds* are not only included but welcomed, valued, respected, considered, and supported within our community. People from marginalized (i.e., devalued) and/or minoritized (i.e, underrepresented) groups are heard, seen, respected and accepted in all aspects of our community. Southwestern University is committed to inclusive excellence that provides access and support, enables participation, and removes barriers so that all people within our community are empowered and can thrive in a campus that is welcoming and validating.

*including but not limited to people of color (race, ethnicity, nationality), sex, sexual identity, gender identity, age, physical and mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, religion, immigrants, and the intersection of these identities.

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