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This is a temporary, on-call position.  The number of hours worked each week will vary and not every week is guaranteed hours; there are 4 temporary, relief operating engineers who average 22 hours per week between them.  The shifts include:  days, nights, weekends and holidays.

The Relief Operating Engineer reports to the Chief Operating Engineer but works independently, operates high-pressure steam plant and centrifugal chillers and related equipment according to the laws of the State of Minnesota and standard boiler operating practices. The position responds to alarms and emergencies, reports equipment failure and changes in machinery status and conducts required inspections with documentation to ensure continuous operation for the entire college campus.

1.  Performs safe and effective operation of steam plant and air conditioning chiller system as mandated by law using computer based control system.

2.  Test water softeners; recharge chemical tanks and water softeners.

3.  Report any unusual water test to the Chief Engineer.

4.  Record all operating data on hourly logs; as required maintain shift log book; transfer all needed data to new log sheets.

5.  Monitor Energy Management System computer & direct any alarms to proper department or person.

6.  Perform heating plant inspection on a regular and continuous basis.

7.  Maintain boiler room physical condition; i.e. paint, sweep, mop, etc.

8.  Update relieving engineer of changes in plant status at change in shift. Notify Chief Engineer of significant changes as they occur.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of boilers and its equipment and system, air conditioning chillers and its
  equipment, and all water treatment.
• Skills necessary to perform minor mechanical repairs.
• Attend seminars given by vendors regarding equipment operations.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public as well as co-workers.
• Ability to transfer incoming calls as needed to department as necessary.

Who We Are:

At St. Olaf College we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and globally engaged community. We believe in fostering different identities, beliefs, and traditions because our differences make us stronger. St. Olaf strives to promote cultural diversity and multicultural understanding and create a campus where individuals of all backgrounds feel accepted and supported. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the enrichment of our diverse community. 

One of the nation's leading liberal arts colleges, St. Olaf serves 3,000 students, ranks #1 among U.S. colleges for the number of students studying abroad, and celebrates carbon-free electrical power.  Its mission is to challenge students to excel in the liberal arts, examine faith and values, and explore meaningful vocation in an inclusive, globally engaged community nourished by Lutheran tradition.  The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, restored, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of the Twin Cities.

A virtual campus tour:  https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/play/?p=483

An overview of Northfield:  https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/northfield/

An overview of the Twin Cities:  https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/twincities/

St. Olaf College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (medical and religious exemptions may apply).

• High School Diploma or equivalent; First Class B Stationary Engineer License.
• 3+ years work experience with boiler operation and maintenance.

• First Class A Operating Engineer License.  Experience with all kinds of power and hand tools.