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Operating Engineer
University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 8 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Essential Functions
The Operating Engineer is responsible for properly operating all mechanical systems; for performing selected preventive and corrective maintenance duties as directed; for monitoring and operating building automation system hardware, software, sensors, and components. The incumbent will be responsible for the operation, preventive and corrective maintenance for all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This position requires a minimum class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineers License or equivalent NIULPE, Universal CFC Certification, preferred five years' experience as a licensed stationary or operating engineer: a minimum of three years' experience monitoring and operating building automation systems controlling a large and complex physical plant. Computer-based energy management systems and DDC control experience preferred. Incumbent must be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 pounds, crawl into confined spaces including manholes and utility tunnels as well as maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.
Physical Effort
Incumbent must be able to be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 lbs., crawl, and have above average sensory perception; must possess valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
The Operating Engineer is responsible for properly operating all mechanical systems; for performing selected preventive and corrective maintenance duties as directed; for monitoring and operating building automation system hardware, software, sensors, and components. The incumbent will be responsible for the operation, preventive and corrective maintenance for all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This position requires a minimum class 4 City of Pittsburgh Power Engineers License or equivalent NIULPE, Universal CFC Certification, preferred five years' experience as a licensed stationary or operating engineer: a minimum of three years' experience monitoring and operating building automation systems controlling a large and complex physical plant. Computer-based energy management systems and DDC control experience preferred. Incumbent must be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 pounds, crawl into confined spaces including manholes and utility tunnels as well as maneuver around small areas and be able to lift equipment and supplies.
Physical Effort
Incumbent must be able to be mobile around campus, be able to lift 50 lbs., crawl, and have above average sensory perception; must possess valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
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