Control Room Operator (2nd Class Engineer) Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA Full Time
CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR (2ND Class Engineer), Facilities – Central Utilities Plant (CUP), is responsible for monitoring, operating and control of the CUP facilities from the distributed control system (DCS) and performs related duties throughout the facilities; ensures all CUP equipment is operated within design parameters and in full compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; conducts plant startups and shutdowns and participates in the review of problems, incidents, and unusual events; performs routine operational tests and adjustments, maintains accurate records and logs, conducts equipment switching and lockout/tagout procedures and operating plant systems to meet specified and IceTec parameters; monitors operations, optimizes performance, ensures emissions control compliance and keeps facilities clean and safe; and troubleshoots equipment failures, operates chillers, boilers, and other CUP equipment and trains Plant Operators in DCS operations.
REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
A minimum MA 2nd Class Stationary Engineer License and Driver’s License
A minimum of three years of operating experience in power generation or central utility plant;
Ability to move 50 pounds, move about the jobsite and machinery to access equipment and/or remain stationary for extended periods of time, and perform work on ladders, scaffolds and other above ground locations.
PREFERRED:
Hoisting
License 1C and Industrial Waste Treatment Grade 2 License.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety related uniforms must be worn as required.
May work with hazardous materials.
Requires extended working hours which includes shift work including weekends, evenings and holidays.
May be required to perform call-in duty.
This position will be required to work a crossover shift. Employees assigned to a crossover shift may have schedule changed to cover other employees' vacation periods.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Working on feet for up to 16 hour periods. Work may be performed on ladders, scaffolds and other above ground locations. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn as required. PPE may include, but is not limited to: hard hats, safety shoes and glasses, dust masks, ear protection, protective suits and hot gloves. Must wear CUP issued safety rated uniforms. Work with hazardous materials may be required.
MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. See MIT's full policy on nondiscrimination.
MIT considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply.
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.
