Title: Operating Engineer

Department: Plant Maintenance

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: $57,408-$71,760

Work Mode: This position requires a full-time in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations.

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: 

Position Type: Full-Time Staff,  Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of the college Physical Plant and all related equipment. The Operating Engineer is responsible for serving in the capacity of maintenance mechanic when supplemental staffing is needed.

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administrators, and staff members. The college seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, embrace concepts of equity and inclusiveness, and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.

While we appreciate your interest in employment with Anne Arundel Community College, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for any position.

Pay dates occur on the 7th and 22nd of each month. If those dates fall on a weekend, the pay date occurs on the Friday prior to the 7th and 22nd. As an employee of the college, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

In the best interest of the College, only individuals who are residents of Maryland or one of the following states will be eligible for employment at the college: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. The college will annually review this restriction and, if appropriate, expand the list of states of employment eligibility.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the Physical Plant equipment and systems, e.g., boilers, condensing boilers, chillers, heat recovery chiller, cooling tower, BAS, pumps, compressors, etc. Complete a physical tour of the campus to monitor all building equipment to ensure optimal operation. Assist in maintaining clean and concise, written log reflecting all events during assigned shift. Monitor equipment and systems via the building automation system.

Ensure that the boiler room and all equipment are maintained in a clean and orderly manner at all times.

Consult with maintenance mechanics concerning any changes made to building heating and/or air conditioning systems; ensure that changes are noted in the log.

Respond to requests for emergency and routine facilities services, including maintenance and custodial services, during off-hours. Resolve complaints, if possible. Communicate problem to supervisor.

Perform all duties in accordance with applicable safety codes and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment as necessary.

Function as liaison between Facilities Maintenance & Operations and appropriate vendors to ensure maintenance of HVAC and fire alarm systems.

Report as directed during college closed periods, due to inclement weather, to assist with snow removal or storm damage repair.

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or the equivalent and a Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineer’s license required.

A minimum of two years of experience in electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and general maintenance and repair is required.

Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and general maintenance and repair.

Proficient oral, written and electronic communication skills.

Working knowledge of computerized building automation systems.

Ability to interact professionally and effectively with students, faculty staff and the public.

Ability to work safely and reliably with minimum of supervision. Flexibility regarding work location, duties, hours and shifts

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal training in building automation systems.

Working knowledge of various trades.