Utility Plant Operator III

What You Can Expect

As a Utility Plant Operator III at the University of Iowa Power Plant in Iowa City, you will support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of campus power generation systems. You will operate and monitor a wide range of industrial equipment that supports steam and electrical production for campus customers. You will work as part of a rotating shift team and partner closely with Operations and Maintenance to keep plant systems operating within design, safety, and regulatory limits.

You will perform field rounds, log equipment data, respond to alarms, support testing and treatment activities, and provide operational coverage across multiple functions. This role requires strong technical knowledge, clear communication across shifts, and the ability to respond to plant conditions in real time. Your work directly supports campus reliability, safety, and service continuity.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Power Plant Operations your roles and responsibilities consist of:

• Responsible for the safe, proper and efficient operation of all machinery and related equipment (turbine generators, boilers, pumps, air compressors, conveying systems, fans, electric motors, ash conveying system, control valves, etc.) as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
• Responsible to report and keep the appropriate personnel informed by communicating verbally and in writing all pertinent information amongst the shift, between shifts, production support personnel and management personnel.
• Know and understand the normal operating condition of each piece of plant equipment and be aware of the present operating condition of each piece of plant equipment.
• Perform hourly rounds and other round schedules as outlined in shift procedures and/or as assigned by Shift Supervisor. Record and ensure that plant operating logs are kept current and accurate.
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks and any other housekeeping tasks as assigned by Shift Supervisor/Management.
• Required to provide relief and support in other job classifications including but not limited to all other Operations positions, Maintenance and Fuel Unloading.
• Perform regular and routine testing & treatment of boiler water as directed.
• Responsible for vacation/emergency relief as required. This may require coverage for the Shift Supervisor and all other Operations positions. Also, may be required to work overtime as deemed necessary by the Plant Management Team.
• Utilize a CMMS for writing and completing work orders with notes.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of four (4) years of industrial, process, or power plant operating experience where you have operated boilers, pumps, fans, conveyors and/or other similar equipment
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience operating solid fuel and/or gas/oil fired water tube boilers, turbine generators and related plant equipment

Additional Details

• This role requires attendance at a worksite on a daily basis
• You must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record, operation of company owned vehicles is required
• Required to have a personal telephone to be able to receive emergency notifications
• Ability to meet highest attendance requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively, written, verbally, and digitally using a company provided computer working with standard software applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Must be physically capable to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communication
• Capable of frequently standing; walking; balancing; sitting; climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks and the like as required); kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting
• Capable of performing repetitive motions as required
• Must be physically capable of entering and working in a confined space (crawl spaces, shafts, small enclosed areas, pipes and the like) as required
• Must be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hardhat, safety shoes, safety glasses, etc.
• Working Environment (Indoors – 90% Outdoors – 10%)

– While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time

– The Power Plant can be an extremely hot environment

– Areas of the Power Plant can be dusty

– The Power Plant noise level is usually moderate to high

• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Hourly Range: $30.43 – $46.60 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that’s not all – we’re dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this Application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.