Working Title: Power Plant Operator/Controls Technician
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Business Services
Department: 300129 - Power Plant AUX
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $52,000-$57,493
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 9/5/2025
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU), we're more than just a publicly funded institution - we're a vibrant, welcoming community nestled on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU?
General Information:
The Facilities Management Department at James Madison University is seeking a Power Plant Operator / Controls Technician for a Centralized Steam Generation/Chill Water Production Plant. The successful candidate must be available to work all shifts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
*Providing skilled and effective operation, maintenance, repair, inspection, rebuilding of Power Plant steam generating, mechanical and related equipment
*Inspecting, repairing and maintenance of steam distribution systems.
*Providing technical support for all control devices within the plant.
Qualifications:
*Knowledge of all aspects of repair and maintenance procedures to power plant equipment such as boilers, chillers, pumps, VFD's, valves, controls, 3 phase electric motors and steam distribution systems
*Working knowledge of applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures
*Ability to perform simple record keeping
*Working skills to include the use of hand and power tools
*Ability to set-up, configure, tune and troubleshoot control devices
*Ability to maintain and repair power plant and related equipment
*Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose a variety of mechanical problems
*Ability to read and interpret gauges, recorders, and monitoring equipment
*Availability to work a variety of required shift schedules
Additional Posting Information:
JMU will provide all training required to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities to perform job duties and responsibilities
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at or . You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
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