Assistant Power Plant Superintendent Radford, Virginia, United States
Classified Staff Finance & Administration
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Title: Assistant Power Plant Superintendent Application Review Date: 03/27/2026 Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.
Job Description Reporting to the Power Plant Superintendent, the Assistant Power Plant Superintendent monitors, operates and maintains boilers and associated equipment. Regular duties include maintaining plant chemistry within established guidelines to ensure plant security, safety and efficiency. This position will also ensure compliance with Federal, State and local regulations for all boilers.
This position works closely with the superintendent on preparing plans for the boiler operations, maintenance, and cleaning. The Assistant Plant Superintendent maintains records, as required, on all repairs and planned maintenance of the boilers and other related equipment. This responsibility assists with providing leadership, guidance and supervision to boiler operators, while implementing work schedules and training operators.
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Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide resume, list of references and a cover letter.
Employment Conditions
Is this position Grant Funded: No Is this position restricted: No Is this position eligible for telework: No Hours Per Week: 40 Months per Year: 12 Statement of Economic Interest Required: No FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Work Classification: Classified Staff Normal Work Schedule: M-F 7:30-4PM, must be able to work a rotating work shift that involves nights and weekends and respond to Radford University for emergencies within 30 minutes.
Employee Classification: Utility Plant Specialist II Department: FM Power Plant Salary: $63,525 - $68,000 (depending on experience)
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Equal Opportunity Statement Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the universitys policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.