Facilities Operator

Requisiton Details

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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION


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Job Title
Facilities Operator


Job Grade
FP16H


Division
Business and Finance


College/Dept
Facilities Management and Planning


Department
Maintenance, Operations and Utilities


Requisition Number
2026-00248


FTE (full-time equivalency)
100


Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm


Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity


Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months


Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

Pay Information
$24.00-$30.00/hour depending on experience


Pay Schedule
Hourly


FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt


Position Summary


Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on all types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment including large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other related equipment. Requires general knowledge of building systems and maintenance relating to commercial HVAC systems. Requires general knowledge of commercial HVAC automatic control systems, building electrical systems, commercial plumbing systems, and all related components. Requires some experience with commercial plumbing systems, fixtures, and related components. Perform carpentry work throughout campus, such as repairs to doors and door hardware, ceilings, flooring, and classroom seating. This position will be expected to interact with customers and other employees in a professional manner that enhances work effectiveness for the facilities maintenance crew. Assist Plant Operators as directed. Perform all duties of that position to include, but not limited to, operating central utilities plant equipment, make rounds and complete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through the energy management systems, note deficiencies and take corrective action.

Job Duties


Responsibility Area:
Maintenance


Duties:


Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on all types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment including large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other related equipment. Ensure compliance with regulations including all applicable building, electrical and fire codes, university and departmental standards and guidelines. Assist with major rebuilds and repairs on equipment as required.

Percentage Of Time
60


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Carpentry Work


Duties:


Perform carpentry work throughout campus, such as repairs to doors and door hardware, ceilings, flooring, furniture, and classroom seating.

Percentage Of Time
15


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Emergency Repairs


Duties:


Respond to calls from supervisor, control systems operator, or facilities service dispatcher that require immediate action. Diagnosis problem and take appropriate action.

Percentage Of Time
10


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Work Orders


Duties:


Document completed preventive maintenance and work order requests using the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Complete material request forms, inspection reports, log sheets, leave requests, and other required paperwork.

Percentage Of Time
5


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Central Utility Plant work


Duties:


Assist Plant Operators as needed. Perform all duties of that position to include, but not limited to, operating central utilities plant equipment, make rounds and complete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through the energy management systems, note deficiencies and take corrective action.

Percentage Of Time
5


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
General Housekeeping


Duties:


Perform general housekeeping duties in campus mechanical rooms, utilities manholes and vaults, air shafts, utility tunnels, etc. These include but are not limited to sweeping, washing, painting, etc.

Percentage Of Time
5


Essential Function:
No

Required and Preferred Qualifications


Required Education


High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience


One years' experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems, or equivalent education.

Required License/Certification


Valid Driver's License

Required Additional Qualifications:


City of Omaha - Third Grade Engineers License (Or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date)

Preferred Education


Associates degree in HVAC technology.

Preferred Experience

• One year of experience in hands-on boiler operation.
• One year of experience with computerized energy management systems.

Preferred License/Certification

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

Compliance Requirements


Credit Check
No


Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
Yes


Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
Yes


Drug Screen
Yes