Villanova University

Overview

The Assistant Engineer (Steam Plant) position at Villanova University involves overseeing the operation, maintenance, and service of high-pressure steam systems and auxiliary equipment. This role is essential in providing a comfortable and safe environment across various university facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs high pressure steam systems and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs steam devices including electronic, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs computerized electronic, pneumatic, and direct digital control devices related to steam control.
• Maintains and makes operating repairs on electrical and controls circuits in compliance with NEC and OSHA.
• Operates and keeps in good working order a variety of equipment including hand tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Reads and interprets complex blueprints, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Performs brazing, silver and lead soldering, pipe fitting, welding and fabrication as required.
• Coordinates repairs with other trades affected by the steam operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and current documentation of training in high pressure steam systems.
• At least 6 years work experience in a high-pressure steam plant operation or other high-pressure utilities operations.
• Ability to provide specifications, estimates and bill of materials for all projects.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English and interact professionally with others.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and diagrams.
• Valid Driver’s License required with a good driving record.
• Experience in preventative maintenance procedures and repair of gas, water, electrical, and life safety systems.
• Knowledge of building and utilities construction, materials and inspection techniques.
• Basic Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Outlook skills.
• Current ANSI / OSHA compliant training card to operate aerial lift, bucket truck, fork lift or all.
• Ability to erect and work on scaffolding as per OSHA standards.
• Excellent safety record required.

Benefits

• PTO

Additional Information

• Full-time position for 12 months.
• Location: Villanova, PA.
• Subject to rotating swing shift to fill in as relief boiler operator absenteeism as required.