Plant Operator

Post Date

Nov 13, 2023

Location

Flagstaff,
Arizona

ZIP/Postal Code

86001
US
Jul 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Electrical Assembler

Req #

PHX-664243

Pay Rate

$22 - $34 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Day to Day responsibilities:

A university is seeking a plant operator to join their growing team. The day-to-day breakdown is as follows:

- General plant operations -- 45%

- Assist in Equipment Maintenance, Repair and Documentation -- 40%

- Coordinating and communication -- 10%

- Other duties as assigned -- 5%

These positions are responsible for the operation and maintenance of all central plant equipment including boilers, chillers, and associated equipment in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Arizona Department of Occupational Safety (ADOSH) codes and standards to ensure a working, living, and learning environment is maintained. Maintain district energy system of approximately 7 miles of tunnels and direct buried pipe systems to deliver steam, high temp hot water and chilled water to campus buildings. Operates valves, controls, and other central plant equipment to control the flow of air, gas, water, and steam while maintaining temperatures and pressures at designated levels in accordance with the American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA) instructions, chiller manufacturer instructions, and University standards. Replaces minor piping and control components associated with the plant production and distribution systems. These positions are autonomous in nature which requires the operator to rely heavily on their own experience and knowledge.





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Required Skills & Experience

Must haves:

- High School Degree (Entry level)

- Completion of a four year federally approved technical training stationary engineer program (Intermediate, Senior levels)

- Related work experience

o 1-2 years (Entry level)

o 3-4 years (Intermediate level)

o 4+ years (Senior level)

- Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

- Boiler or Central Chiller plant experience -- highly desired!

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.