Plant Operator

Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, FL, US
Base: $75,000 - $77,000 annually; bonus/equity: no...
Chiller plant operation and maintenance
Cooling tower and pump diagnostics
Building automation system proficiency
This position is responsible for the operational integrity of Florida Atlantic University's Housing & Residential Education mechanical systems supporting over 6,000 beds across two campuses

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for the operational integrity of Florida Atlantic University's Housing & Residential Education mechanical systems supporting over 6,000 beds across two campuses.
  • The role requires managing chiller plants, cooling towers, air handling units, and sewer lift stations while utilizing Trane, Siemens, and Johnson Controls building automation platforms.
  • FAU offers excellent benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, state retirement options, and paid time off with 9 holidays and winter break.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for the operational integrity of Florida Atlantic University's Housing & Residential Education mechanical systems supporting over 6,000 beds across two campuses.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - $77,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PSLF, Paid Time Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chiller plant operation and maintenance
  • Cooling tower and pump diagnostics
  • Building automation system proficiency
  • Trane Siemens Johnson Controls BAS
  • Preventive maintenance scheduling

Nice-to-have

  • Vendor coordination experience
  • Supervision of contracted personnel
  • Capital project support involvement
  • Emergency response during severe weather

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent vocational training
  • Five years of appropriate facility operations experience
  • Pass criminal background check and drug screening

Work Rights

Not specified

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