Utility Production Maintenance Specialist I

About the role

Hiring Department: MU Energy Management
Job Description: Powering Mizzou’s Future
Position: Utility Production Maintenance I
Nature and Level of Work: Perform entry level general maintenance in the power and chilled water plants.

Responsibilities

• Aid in repair and maintenance of bag house, ash systems, filter bags, checking and repairing hydraulic cylinders, replacing access and door gaskets, check dampers and fans, repair and replace ash piping and fittings, repair ash separating and unloading equipment, repair of cooling towers, strainers, water boxes, meters and valves.
• Complete routine equipment inspections, testing, and maintenance of utility production equipment to assure plant reliability.
• Notify supervisor(s) of potential problems discovered during routine inspections and maintenance.
• Complete maintenance work in areas of limited access or constraints such as bag house compartments, boiler fireboxes, boiler drums and cooling towers.
• Safely, use and maintain the following list of tools and equipment: grinders, drills, band and disk cutters, propane torch, grit blasters, various hand tools, etc.
• Complete rigging and lifting of various materials utilizing and operating chain/cable hoists, engine hoists, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Safely coordinate work with utility production Operations to maintain reliability of plant equipment.
• Follow all plant safety practices including, but not limited to, the wearing of personal protective equipment as required, following all lockout and tag out procedures, following all confined space procedures, and attending safety meetings and training sessions.
• Complete all requirements of the Utility Production Maintenance Specialist Training Program in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in additional training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired, is necessary.
• Two years of experience in general mechanical work in a heavy industrial environment, with preference given to utility production experience, is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, which will allow legal operation of a motor vehicle in the state of Missouri.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Missouri driver's license or a valid out-of-state driver's license with the understanding a Missouri driver's license must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Skills

• Ability on a daily basis to: Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to large trade tools and equipment.
• Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy (50-75 lbs.) objects.
• Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise move equipment, controls, parts, etc.
• Visually assess maintenance, construction, and repair needs.
• Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
• Enter common boiler and baghouse access doors and work in close quarters, such as steam tunnels.
• Work in areas where high levels of heat, moisture, dust, and noise are present.

Benefits

• The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Pay

Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Grade: GGS-E

Schedule

M-F, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Benefits Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.