Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Plant Operator responsible for overseeing the mechanical systems of its Housing & Residential Education facilities, ensuring efficient operation of various HVAC systems. The role requires a high school diploma with five years of relevant experience or equivalent technical training, and offers a competitive salary along with various benefits
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the operational integrity of Florida Atlantic University’s Housing & Residential Education mechanical systems, which will support more 6,000 beds, 12 residence halls, on the Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses.
The Plant Operator manages chiller plants, cooling towers, air handling units (AHUs), outside air units, chilled water pumps, and sewer lift stations, ensuring reliable and efficient performance through Trane, Siemens, and Johnson Controls building automation systems.
FAU offers excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
Matching Summary
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Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Plant Operator responsible for overseeing the mechanical systems of its Housing & Residential Education facilities, ensuring efficient operation of various HVAC systems. The role requires a high school diploma with five years of relevant experience or equivalent technical training, and offers a competitive salary along with various benefits.
Salary
$75,000 - $77,000 annually; Not specified; Excellent benefit packages
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Chiller plants operation
Cooling towers maintenance
Building automation systems
HVAC system diagnostics
Sewer lift station management
Nice-to-have
Vendor coordination
Capital project support
Emergency response
Team collaboration
Key Requirements
High school diploma and five years of experience
Appropriate college coursework or vocational training may substitute