Utility Plant Remote Operator

Position Title :

Utility Plant Remote Operator

Job Group : Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications :

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must maintain a valid driver license and ability to operate university vehicles. Four years of experience in the operation and maintenance of gas / oil package boilers large centrifugal chillers and absorption chillers. Must have the appropriate EPA approved certification to handle refrigerants Type II (high pressure) Type III (low pressure) or Universal (low & high pressure). Possession of a license similar to the State of Minnesota Second Class A Engineer license or ability to become licensed within 6-months.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience working in an industrial plant process plant or power plant.
• Experience operating gas boilers.
• Experience operating centrifugal chillers.
• Experience in water treatment tasks such as water testing and maintaining chemical feed systems.
• Experience operating pumps fans conveyors or other similar equipment.

Job Description :

Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Utility Plant Remote Facility Operator within the Facilities Planning and Management department. This role under general supervision is responsible for operating remote thermal energy facilities that generate steam compressed air and chilled water for outlying facilities.

About the role :

About you :

About us :

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of power plant systems and equipment in particular package boilers and chilled water production systems.

Knowledge of tools and methods used to troubleshoot repair and maintain chilled water production equipment package boilers and piping systems.

Knowledge of OSHA regulations and the ability to comply with OSHA procedures.

Knowledge in principles of electricity.

Skill in the operation of chilled water production equipment and package boilers.

Ability to interpret and record operating readings.

Ability to read and understand blueprints control system drawings and repair manuals.

Ability to perform basic math computations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to provide training and instruction in the repair of production equipment.

Physical requirements : Must be able to move and lift at least 80 lbs.

Must be able to climb stairs and work in an industrial environment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type : Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year :

12 Month Work Period

Time Type : Full time

Pay Grade : 5470a

Application Instructions :

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following :

1) Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application / Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free : 1-.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as :

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans

Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)

Life insurance and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Various voluntary benefits and discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date :

November 10 2025

Posting Close Date : November 23 2025

Job Requisition Number :

R18092

Key Skills

Forklift,Basic Math,Heavy Equipment Operation,Industrial Equipment,Wastewater,Water Truck Experience,Mechanical Knowledge,Commercial Driving,Maintenance,Heavy Lifting,Excavator,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1