Utilities Plant Operations Manager – HigherEdJobs

Classification Type:
SHRA

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: A – All Emergency and
Pandemic On SIte

Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency and four years of experience
in applicable utility operations, of which one year is supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Maintains required certification(s).

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

1. Education and Experience:
   • Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, power plant technology, or a
     related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Five (5) years of experience in high-pressure steam plant operations, including at least
     three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.
2. Technical Knowledge and Skills:
   • Proven knowledge of water tube
     boiler systems, condensate return systems, deaerators, and feedwater pumps. Ability to interpret technical drawings, piping schematics, and
     equipment manuals. Proficiency in using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking work orders and preventive
     maintenance.
3. Energy Efficiency and Regulatory Knowledge:
   • Documented experience implementing energy efficiency
     measures in steam plants, such as boiler tuning and stack heat recovery. Familiarity with state and federal boiler safety regulations and
     environmental compliance requirements.
4. Leadership and Communication:
   • Strong leadership, communication, and
     organizational skills, with experience managing 24/7 shift-based operations and achieving measurable outcomes.
5. Troubleshooting and Development Commitment:
   • Hands-on experience troubleshooting control systems and integrating automation
     technologies (e.g., SCADA or PLC systems). Evidence of commitment to staff development and operational excellence through training programs
     or process improvements.

Primary Purpose of Position

Manages the operation, maintenance, and
repair of three high-pressure steam boilers (at 80 pounds of pressure each) for the T.E. Neal Heating Plant providing & distributing steam
throughout the campus of NC A&T. The boilers are operated by an 8-10 person staff assigned to work in 2 shifts, 24-hours a day, 365 days a
year.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The T. E. Neal Heating Plant maintains the flow and desired
steam pressure from the boiler plant through high pressure distribution lines to steam reduction stations within the mechanical equipment
(ME) rooms and throughout the facilities for domestic hot water, food preparation, heating and sanitation.The Heating Plant operates 24
hours a day, 365 days a year in 2 12-hour shifts, 3-4 days per week, 6pm-6am or 6am-6pm.

Work Hours
12 hour
shifts, 3-4 days per week, 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent
with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that
requires dedicated office space on-site)

Required Competency
Operations
Management

Duties

• Operations and Maintenance of Boilers: Insure proper operation of
  sufficient number of boilers to meet steam demand. Perform corrective maintenance on electronic boiler controls. Run routine tests and make
  adjustments to maintain correct limits, responds and pressures. Coordinates multi-trade work with other trade supervisors on all repair
  projects within the steam plant. Oversees outside contractor performance to insure bid specifications are met and report any deviation to
  immediate supervisor. Directs all corrective maintenance actions performed by in-house personnel. Directs all preparations for annual
  pressure vessel inspections as required by state law.
• Water Testing, Treatment and Feed Systems; Fuel and Repair Supply
  Procurement and Storage: Insure daily water testing is accomplished and correct chemical mixtures are prepared to insure proper
  feed rates. Determine need for and procure sufficient quantities of secondary fuel(oil) to insure continued operation in the event of loss
  of primary fuel (natural gas). Identify and procure repair supplies required for both preventative and corrective maintenance on all
  in-plant equipment. Maintain running inventory of all repair supplies, testing reagents, water treatment chemicals and consumable
  supplies.
• Condensate, Blowdown, Heat Recovery, Preheat and Pumping System: Direct and perform adjustments and
  repairs to insure proper operation of these vital support systems. Administer an in-plant steam trap maintenance program. Determine need for
  outside assistance relating to these systems and work with repair organizations to build the expertise of in-house personnel.
• 
  Preventive Maintenance Program: Conduct inventory of installed equipment and assign equipment identification codes and
  provide relevant information to facilitate verification and updating of the PM data base in the facilities CMMS. Identify PM schedules for
  each equipment item and insure scheduled maintenance actions are completed as scheduled. Prepare and submit required PM reports and records
  to be entered into the facilities CMMS. Continue to study the PM program and recommend changes to improve and enhance the program as it
  applies to the Steam Plant.

Required Competency
Safety and Health
Compliance

Duties

• Responsible for all aspects of the safety program for the department. Ensure that safety
  is the number one priority for employees and contractors. Ensure that employees exhibit safe work behaviors.
• Through staff training
  and awareness, responsible for managing the safety of the Steam Distribution staff at all times and especially when they enter manholes for
  maintenance and repair of 2 ½ miles of the underground distribution system under conditions that may include high ambient temperatures, high
  pressure steam, scalding water and high noise levels. Responsible for ensuring and stressing the importance/presence of a safety observer
  above ground when staff works in confined space (manholes); use of safety gear, adherence to lockout/tagout procedures.
• Through
  staff training and awareness, emphasizes the importance of observing safety and health laws and regulations in the operation, maintenance
  and repair, etc. of high-pressure boilers. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures and plans necessary work and safety procedures to
  be followed during a disaster, utility failure, fire or other emergency situation. Plans and schedule safety awareness classes (driver,
  chemical safety, confined space, lock out/tag out) requiring staff attendance and participation. Schedules and requires staff to take annual
  auditory tests.
• Investigates accidents to correct conditions or behaviors to prevent future accidents.

Required
Competency
Managing Work and Performance

Duties

• Through consultation with unit supervisors,
  creates and maintains a productive, effective, diversified, and knowledgeable work force through an effective recruitment, interview,
  selection and orientation process.
• Ensures a safe and effective work force by providing or supporting training for professional
  growth and work safety. Conduct training sessions to ensure technical competence and knowledge of current steam plant personnel and boiler
  operations practices.
• Oversees assignment of balanced workload and overtime and processes on Kronos. Assists unit supervisors with
  assessments, performance evaluations and/or resolution of disciplinary problems/dismissals.
• Participates in interview and selection
  of prospective employees; make recommendation for dismissals. Establishes and demonstrates appropriate work and training standards or
  procedures; observe supervisor hands-on practice sessions.
• Conduct training sessions for personnel to ensure technical competence
  and knowledge of current boiler operation/steam distribution practices. Plans, schedules and requires staff attendance and participation in
  safety training sessions and/o r training seminars made available by suppliers.

Required Competency
Financial
Administration – Budget

Duties

• Prepare budget in conjunction with the Physical Plant Director to ensure
  effective and efficient management for power plant operations. Monitors budget to assure expenditures, materials and services provided are
  appropriate. Develops budget estimates for projects, including labor and material costs by developing resources to prepare preliminary
  estimated budget figures on proposed projects for management review. Manages budgets from estimate to completion making adjustments as
  necessary.
• Maintains records using an appropriate filing system. Prepares and submits daily, monthly, annual and special reports as
  may be required currently or in the future.

Competency Level: Advanced

Position Number:
004857

Recruitment Range: $58,036 -$70,200

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Appointment
Type: Permanent – Full-time

FTE: 40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division:
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Facilities

Organizational Location: VC for Business & Finance

Organizational
Unit: Heating Plant

Posting Number: SHRA3201

Open Date:
06/08/2026

Close Date: 06/22/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete
and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic
application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with
your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background
checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and
employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State
University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation,
genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service
  Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance
  and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans -
  401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore
  Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with
university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of
their assigned duty station.

Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40434