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Center for English as a Second Language at the University of Oklahoma

Senior Operating Engineer/Mechanic Journeyman

Norman · On-site
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About this role

Pay Range: Commensurate based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with On Call required

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Join the University of Oklahoma and play a vital role in keeping campus operations running efficiently. As a Senior Operating Engineer/Mechanic Journeyman, you'll operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair steam and chilled water plant equipment that supports the university.

What You'll Do:

  • Operate and monitor boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related plant systems
  • Perform preventive maintenance and complex equipment repairs
  • Test and adjust water treatment chemicals while following strict safety procedures
  • Troubleshoot plant and distribution system equipment to ensure reliable operation
  • Maintain equipment records and support operational compliance Train and mentor new employees on equipment operation, safety, and maintenance procedures
  • Assist with campus support activities, including snow and ice removal when needed

    Join the University's Utility Department today!

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Required Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 18 months of steam and chill water plant operation experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

  • Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date
  • Oklahoma City and Norman campuses: High Pressure Boiler License and State of Oklahoma High Pressure Boiler License.  
  • Tulsa campus: City of Tulsa Unlimited First Class Stationary Engineer License.

Department Preferences:

  • Knowledge of pump and motor maintenance
  • Operational and mechanical knowledge on commercial York and Trane chillers of >2000 tons
  • Operational and Mechanical knowledge of commercial water tube boilers of >60,000 kpph
  • Operational and Mechanical knowledge of on Solar Taurus CTGs
  • Operational and Mechanical knowledge of on HRSGs >60 kpph

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Company at a glance

The Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) at the University of Oklahoma (OU) offers in-person English language courses for international students on the Norman campus of the University of Oklahoma, and off-site courses for businesses providing English-language courses for their employees.

Our location on campus provides students with access to all University of Oklahoma resources including housing, dining, transportation, libraries, medical facilities, and more.

We provide the following English language services:

  • Intensive English Program: Full time, 20 hours per week including:

-grammar
-reading
-writing
-listening
-speaking
-seminars - U.S. history/government, presentation skills, public speaking, test preparation

  • Test prep: IELTS, TOEFL iBT
  • Community English: Part-time courses for students already living in our community

-General English, including grammar, speaking, listening, reading, writing

  • Individualized programs designed for partner universities or businesses
Founded1988
Team Size2-10 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryHigher Education
Location
Norman, Oklahoma, United States
Websiteesl.ou.edu
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Top Benefits

  • Benefits Eligible

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