Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Maintenance Planner

The MIT Department of Facilities’ Central Utilities Plant (CUP) seeks a maintenance planner to be responsible for--under the general direction of the maintenance manager--scheduling corrective, preventative, predictive, and equipment outage maintenance work orders utilizing the SAP notification and work order management system.

Will assist the manager and supervisor by ordering repair parts, assist with maintaining the critical spare parts inventory, provide contract and purchase order support with outside vendors for materials and services, and ensure outside vendors are compliant with MIT CUP’s safety orientation policy. Will utilize the SAP computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and work closely with the manager and supervisor to develop and schedule PM work plans, review notifications, and schedule corrective work orders with CUP maintenance personnel and/or contractors accordingly.

Required Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree in a related field
-At least five years of trade, construction, engineering, or maintenance experience and an in-depth understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance practices and principles
-Experience using CMMS software, preferably with SAP
-Meticulous attention to detail
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

-Five years of experience in an operating power plant or a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or hospital environment

Interested candidates may apply online at https://hr.mit.edu/careers. Please reference job number 23664.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. See MIT’s full policy on nondiscrimination at https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsib….

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Senior QA/QC Building Inspector

The MIT Department of Facilities’ Campus Services and Maintenance group seeks a senior QA/QC building inspector to ensure that the quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) system is implemented in an organized and efficient manner. Will continuously advance quality achievement and performance improvement throughout the organization by developing and implementing QA/QC processes as part of the staff inspection team; work to ensure that all QA/QC goals and objectives are met and that MIT is complying with building codes, permits, and inspectional standards; and coordinate with and work closely with Engineering, Utilities, Construction, EHS, Planning, Capital Renewal and Repair and Maintenance, and DLC Facilities managers groups.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/technical field
Five years’ experience in QA/QC, preferably in a facility’s operational environment and performing and/or reviewing quality inspections
Background as a licensed industrial tradesperson, preferably in HVAC
Advanced-level knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, standards, OSHA requirements, and safety programs
Advanced-level knowledge of project-specific documentation related to new equipment turnover for installation, inspection, testing, repairs, and alterations and working with jurisdictional and regulatory authorities
Familiarity with structures and mechanical, electrical, and control systems’ design and operation
Familiarity with reviewing engineering drawings
Ability to contribute as a team player
Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills
Experience creating and administrating inspections, QA/QC planning, and reporting programs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn other programs such as SAP
Ability to ensure correct codes, standards, job specifications, project procedures, and state and federal regulations are properly identified, correctly specified in detail, and met or exceeded

Preferred Qualifications:

Industrial or construction experience
SAP experience

Interested candidates may apply online at https://hr.mit.edu/careers. Please reference job number 22909.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. See MIT’s full policy on nondiscrimination at https://policies.mit.edu/policies-procedures/90-relations-and-responsib….

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Summary

Vicinity is looking for a Plant Technician to operate and maintain a M.A. 2nd Class Cogeneration Plant which consists of a 5.2 MW CT w/ HRSG, two auxiliary WT boilers, and supporting balance of plant equipment including the 13.8-kv electrical distribution, water treatment, fuel and steam distribution systems. This is a full-time, non-exempt, non-union position. This position reports to the Plant Manager at our Biogen location in Cambridge, M.A.

Responsibilities

The plant is a single licensed person operation.
Take responsibility for assigned systems (procedure & drawing updates).
Perform plant related maintenance & housekeeping.
Comply with all company, federal, state and local policy & laws.
Maintain the daily plant logs.
Work safely & complete required training.
Support the O&M Supervisor as directed.
Oversee contractors.
Demonstrate professionalism.
Work a 12-hour shift schedule, day/night 4-week rotating shifts.

Qualifications and Experience

3rd Class Stationary Engineer’s License (MA) preferred
1st or 2nd Class Firemen’s License (MA) required; willingness to obtain 3rd Class License within 1 year of hire
Can read and follow basic P&ID’s, electrical 1-Lines, and procedures.
Experience operating with DeltaV distributed control system or similar preferred.
Familiar with basic Microsoft Office products.
AutoCad & Maximo experience preferred.
Must be able to work independently.

Physical Requirements

Amount of time spent – Standing 25%, Walking 25%, Bending and Stooping 50%.
Must be able to lift up to and including 50lbs, maneuver objects in excess of 100 pounds, and climb ladders as required.
Spends 100% of time in maintenance environment.
May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions.
Exposure to extreme temperatures.
Equipment noise greater than 85 db. and hazards such as high-pressure steam lines and rotating equipment.
Working with and thereby exposed to water treatment chemicals.
Required to wear personal protective equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and other protective gear required to perform job duties.
Stoop, kneel, or crouch, enter confined spaces and work on scaffolds or other elevated areas. Will be required to use ladders and stairs.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT Vicinity North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.