Apprentice Power Plant Operator Jobs in Becker, MN

Salary: $36.41 Hourly
Location : College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph, MN
Job Type: Non-Exempt, Support Staff, Full Time
Job Number: 02211
Department: Power Plant - CSB
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
Position Summary
The Power Plant at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Boiler Operator.
Why Join Us?
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.
To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.
The Operating Engineer operates the high-pressure steam generating plant and its related equipment during the designated campus heating season. The Operating Engineer also performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all power plant equipment and systems as well as performing all power plant housekeeping functions. The Engineer tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs portable facility-maintenance equipment as required by the technical and custodial maintenance sections.
This position is represented by Operating Engineers Local 49.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit
The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities During Heating Season

• Operate the high-pressure boiler plant on a rotating shift basis in accordance with the requirements established by state law and by the Chief Engineer.
• Monitor boilers, pumps, compressors, their associated drive motors, interconnecting piping and controls to assure reliable, cost effective and efficient operation.
• Test boiler water, softener and dealkalizer effluent, condensate, and deaerator water as prescribed. Adjust chemical feed and blowdown rates as necessary to protect equipment and safeguard operation. Regenerate process equipment as required by water test readings and standard practice.
• Inspect and clean strainers, filters, and oil guns as needed.
• Lubricate bearings, adjust packing leak off, etc. to maintain equipment at peak performance.
• Maintain proper inventory of supplies and materials to operate plant effectively and efficiently.
• Adjust PRV control set points to maintain desired pressure output over entire load range.
• Monitor facility-wide EMS; respond to alarm conditions and abnormal operations as required and directed.
• Maintain and repair as necessary all power plant equipment.
• Open, clean, and flush boiler waterside for annual internal inspection.
• Properly lay-up boilers for off-season storage.
• Flush, fill, chemically treat and bake out boilers for heating season operation.
• Rebuild pumps, replace mechanical seals, replace packing, adjust coupling alignment, send drive motors out for bearing replacement, dip and bake windings as required in PM schedule.
• Repack, repair/replace valves as required.
• Perform necessary housekeeping tasks in the power plant. (% of time spent on responsibilities)
• Sweep, mop/scrub, and wax floors as necessary to maintain a clean, healthful environment.
• Sweep/dust overhead piping, light fixtures, and equipment to maintain appearance of the power plant and support proper cleaning methods.
• Clean, degrease, and paint as needed floors, piping, and equipment from various campus sources.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot and repair bench-serviceable equipment from various campus sources.
• Receive, document, and evaluate equipment brought to power plant for repair.
• Determine repair requirements, complete requests for replacement parts.
• Repair equipment as required.
• Document operations and maintenance activities
• Maintain all customary shift-specific logs and reports.
• Complete daily, monthly, and yearly reports as required by the Chief Engineer.
• Complete and process all work order and preventive maintenance paperwork.
• Proactively communicate to Power Plant Director observations and recommendations concerning equipment or systems that require attention or actions in excess of documented PM schedule needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Power Plant Director or Director of Facilities.

Primary Responsibilities During Non-Heating Season

• Perform a variety of skilled labor and routine maintenance assignments, including but not limited to: service, repair and maintenance of plumbing equipment, cold/hot water systems, HVAC systems, and fire sprinkling systems.
• Maintain inventory of plumbing supplies and equipment if assigned.
• Perform other duties throughout campus as assigned by the Power Plant Director or Director of Facilities.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Related professional experience and a valid MN 2nd Class Grade B Stationary Engineer's License.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, electrical diagrams, and control schematic drawings.
• Skilled in testing, inspecting, troubleshooting and adjusting or repairing a variety of digital, pneumatic and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use diagnostic equipment, including volt-ohm meters, multi-meters, tachometers, etc.
• Ability to manipulate EMS controls through computer interface devices.
• Ability to operate a computer to utilize email and basic tasks.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and interpersonal-relations skills to work professionally with staff and students.
• Must possess good motor coordination and manual dexterity; good vision, depth perception and color recognition.
• Ability to tolerate noise and vibrations from operating machinery.
• Knowledge and ability to work safely with or near potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-secondary vocational training in power plant operations, mechanical/electrical maintenance, or a related field.
• Related professional experience and a valid MN 1st Class Grade B or higher Stationary Engineer's License.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift (up to 50 lbs.), carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials.
• Ability to climb, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to equipment, wire and pipe.

To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume.
If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or
It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.
The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.
HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
DENTAL INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
LIFE INSURANCE
CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.
You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.
VACATION
Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.
Employees working 100% time receive the following:
Vacation days per year Years employed
16 days 1-10 years
20 days 11+ years
HOLIDAYS
Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.
VISION PLAN
This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.
TUITION REMISSION
Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer; up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.
There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment.There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.
Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.
PARENTAL LEAVE
A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.
SICK LEAVE
Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.
Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to
all employees and immediate family members.
RETIREMENT
Defined Contribution Plan
CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).
Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.
The employee/employer contributions are as follows:
Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution
1 3% 1%
2 3% 3%
3 3% 5%
4 3% 7%
5 3% 9%
Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict
Human Resources Office Human Resources Office
Quadrangle 127 Schoenecker
Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374
Phone (320) 363-5500 Phone (320) 363-5500
Fax (320) 363-6092 Fax (320) 363-6092
* Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11/22/24
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