Utilities Operator - Jupiter, FL

Utilities Operator

The full-time utilities operator supports the Institute's plant operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing building mechanical, HVAC, electrical, water technology, and related facility systems. Performs preventative maintenance, daily building inspections, equipment monitoring, alarm response, and corrective repairs while utilizing Building Management Systems (BMS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Coordinates equipment shutdowns, maintains inventory and supplies, prepares required reports, and serves as an essential employee for institutional operations, performing other related duties as assigned.

Expected Salary: $27.00 per hour.

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must be able to lift 50lbs without assistance. A valid driver's license is required.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience with maintaining, repairing and installing mechanical systems or trade/vocational school certification and six (6) months of related experience is preferred. Knowledge of plant operations, building and fire codes, building construction techniques, materials applications, proper use of tools, and safe work practices and techniques. Previous mechanical repair and maintenance experience preferred. Previous trade experience (1 or more) in plumbing, electrical, pipefitting, HVAC, etc. is preferred. Excellent interpersonal communication and written skills, and the ability to evaluate mechanical and electrical systems. Must be available on holidays, weekends, and emergency responses as the property is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.