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Location

Logan, UT | United States

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Job description

The CEP Technician Master position will represent the highest levels of job knowledge, work ethic, and customer service orientation among shop personnel. Together with the shop foreman, the Master is responsible for establishing excellent customer relations, including outreach and troubleshooting of customer service problems. The Master will help establish and maintain a strong mission and customer focus within the shops through their own actions and through mentoring of shop personnel. The Master works with other shop Master positions on coordination between shop projects. The Master will maintain the highest level of trade knowledge including current best industry practices, knowledge of beginner and advanced training courses for the trade, continuing education opportunities, and specific safety practices applying to their trade. The Master will be integrally involved in the apprentice program, monitoring the viability of on-the-job-training and academic programs for apprentices in their shop and recommending changes as needed.

 

Each Master will be a permanent member of the Facilities Apprenticeship Committee. Masters will also work with the Facilities Safety Office on safety training programs and to help track accident statistics in their respective shops. The Master will participate in train-the-trainer programs, and will provide or disseminate training and related materials to all shop personnel.

 

This position is open to current USU Facilities Senior Technician employees in the Central Energy Plant. 

• All duties normally assigned to Senior level personnel.
• Work closely with other shop Masters on internal customer relations and for coordinating between shops on continuous workflow for customer projects or other work involving multiple shops and trades.
• Assist Chairman of the Apprenticeship Committee in design, implementation, and performance monitoring of academic training requirements and on the job training (OJT) checklists for the two years apprentice program.
• Assist shop foreman with all aspects of training and professional development of internal personnel
• Assist shop foreman with implementation of new work methods and practices to include introduction or advancement of computerized work management and data collection systems.
• Assist apprentices with academic and OJT requirements when problems arise with the successful completion of apprentice task lists.
• Assist with resolving minor disputes that may arise between apprentices and assigned Journeymen trainers on OJT task lists. Master may recommend changes in training assignments to Foreman or Apprentice Committee Chairman.
• Attend advanced skill level training programs, continuous improvement seminars, and training for new business-related applications for trade as well as work order delivery management and customer service innovation as provided by professional trade organizations and university peer groups.
• Attend train-the-trainer programs in order to transfer knowledge attained through advanced training programs to shop personnel at all levels. Provide training as requested by shop foreman.
• Recommend training programs from direct personal experience that furthers the learning opportunities and advancement potential of all shop Journeyman and Seniors.
• Assist shop foreman with attainment of improved ancillary skills by personnel, to include achievement of improved computing, verbal, and mathematical self-improvement. Shop foreman may allow that a limited number of normal work shift hours be periodically dedicated to discretionary self-improvement programs and may also approve overtime or comp time compensation for approved self-improvement activities. Self-improvement programs shall include written measurable and finite objectives, and must be approved by a Facilities director. Ancillary skill training must at least provide indirect benefits to the mission of the University and department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in a Senior trade position within Utah State University’s Facilities Department is required. Must have a written recommendation from the shop foreman to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate demonstrates completion of applicable training, or train-the-trainer programs that emphasize current best trades practices, new technologies, and safety practices relevant to their field of work or profession.
• Participation or membership in relevant trade organizations or other trades-related activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of equipment and systems specific to department
• Advanced knowledge and skill in the installation, maintenance, and repair of systems and equipment specific to department.
• Knowledge of all types of electrical systems including generation and utilization.
• Skill in the use various hand and power tools common to the trade.
• Skill in troubleshooting and repairing all types equipment
• Ability to read, understand, and build to specifications from blue prints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to properly isolate steam and condensate systems and equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Knowledge of and skill in chilled water production and distribution systems
• Ability to accurately estimate projects and purchase materials.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of other crafts and when to use them.
• Mathematical computation skills.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and applicable software.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Along with the online application, please attach:

 

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Extensive physical activity. The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU.  

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.  Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or [email protected] .  

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan , is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.  

 

*updated 7/2023

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity  Matthew Pinner,   [email protected] ,   Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael,  [email protected] , Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit  , or contact:

U.S. Department of Education,  Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights,  800-421-3481,  [email protected]

*updated 09/2023

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