Utilities Plant Operations Shift Supervisor
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194138SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Utilities Plant Operations Shift SupervisorAnticipated Hiring Range
$60,000 - $61,027Work Schedule
12 hr shift, 3-4 days a week, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM or 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM - May vary dependent upon needs of the organizationJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Utilities & Engineering ServicesAbout the Department
The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supports the university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our diverse team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!
As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a highly skilled Central Utility Plant Shift Supervisor to oversee a team responsible for operating and maintaining electrical generation, steam production, and related equipment. The shift supervisor ensures safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant operations of all plant systems, including combustion turbine generators, boilers, and chillers. Additionally, this role provides training and direction to operators, ensuring critical campus operations and utility budget energy savings.
Key responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:
- Apply regulatory requirements daily and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational safety and health policies and procedures
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all applicable codes and methods for installing, operating, constructing, maintaining, and repairing equipment and tools
- Manage the operations of five central utility plants, including electrical generation, steam production, and hot water and chilled water production, while touring assigned plants to monitor safe operation, identify safety hazards, and oversee equipment through DDC control systems, visual inspections, and plant walk-throughs
- Coordinate daily work schedules of shift personnel, review and correct log entries for accuracy and trends, report incidents and near misses, and review monthly timesheets with employees before Plant Supervisor approval
- Determine the order of operation for all assigned equipment, considering operational differences, system demand, efficiency, maintenance, and repair cycles
- Coordinate new equipment installations, manage equipment loss or capacity reduction, troubleshoot and coordinate necessary repairs, and participate in trainings and start-up testing
- Coordinate with Water Treatment Technician to address water treatment issues and perform water quality tests
- Conduct electrical peak shaving as directed by the Operations Supervisor to minimize on-peak demand charges and transition to alternate fuels as required to prevent non-compliance charges
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
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).
Other Required Qualifications
- Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Experience with combustion gas turbines/cogeneration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in steam production (natural gas/fuel oil fire tube and water tube boilers up to 100kpph).
- Experience in chilled water production (electric driven/turbine driven up to 2000tons).
- Experience in a central plant environment.
Required License or Certification
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- North Carolina Drivers’ License required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
07/30/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
08/06/2024Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.
Special Instructions
Please include your resume as an attachment.
Position Number
00102781Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Utilities Plant Operations SupervisorPosition Classification Band Level
AdvancedPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 39,000 - $ 74,840Salary Grade Equivalency
GN10Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure FailureTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
445050 - Utilities and EngineeringAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC 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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC 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.
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