Building Systems Operator - Level 1 (TS/SCI Clearance Required)

Fluor•Warrenton, VA

1d•$48,000 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this position operates complex building controls systems and executes commissioning, startup, and operational plans. This requires following best working practices and operating procedures to ensure safe and efficient operations of equipment. This position serves as a member of one of four (4) separate 3-person rotating shift teams that make up the Operations department, assigned to provide 24/7 coverage for a customer-owned mission critical facility.

Requirements

Minimum of zero to one (1) year of experience in positions supporting plant operations or facilities maintenance; having plant operating experience in a data processing facility is preferred
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to customer, management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Basic computer skills within the Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office environments.
Work effectively with multi-cultural personnel to execute work assignments
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Active TS/SCI Clearance Required
Must be a US Citizen
Valid Driver’s License
Able to perform standard maintenance/inspection tasks
Tasks will include physical labor; examples include working on ladders, ability to carry minimum 50lbs, retrieving stock items from warehouse via inventory database, use of PPE equipment for switching procedures, ability to obtain forklift/manlift operator’s license, etc.
Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills and organizational accountability processes
Good multi-tasking skills

Nice To Haves

Job-related technical knowledge necessary to work around commercial power & cooling systems; this should include knowledge of electrical systems such as panelboards, switchboards, generators, UPS systems, fire alarm systems, etc.; mechanical systems such as commercial closed-loop chilled water systems, pumps, boilers, air-handling units, fan coil units, etc.
Direct experience in operating Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Building Management Systems (BMS) preferred
Ability to use/develop troubleshooting techniques for various electrical/mechanical systems in both standard and high-stress situations (i.e. emergency response)
Experience in a related field such as Electrical, Mechanical (HVAC), Plumbing, or finish carpentry with preference of experience with large commercial-grade systems.
Able to perform standard maintenance/inspection tasks on equipment such as Fan Coil Units (FCU), Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHU), and Air Handler Units (AHU).
Perform basic facility maintenance, including replacing light fixtures, clearing drain blockages, and repairing minor plumbing components.
Knowledge and experience of plant operations including aspects of planning, training, scheduling, safe work practices and incident free operations
Proficient in MS-Office programs

Responsibilities

Comply with all key work processes required by the company (and customer) and documents any deficiencies while overseeing customer systems to ensure no impact to their daily Mission
Perform plant operations in a safe, incident-free, reliable manner while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, increase productivity, and more importantly, continually reduce the risk of accidents and injuries
Participate in job-specific training, presentations, modules, and qualification tests required to perform work and qualify for job rotations
Perform various switching/isolation procedures to mitigate any unexpected operational issues or to prepare systems for maintenance activities by vendors or in-house O&M personnel
Identify, document, and monitor key operating parameters; ensure data and forms are filed, retained, and distributed as required by plant practices
Ensure handovers among operators are thorough, clearly communicated, and documented
Identify and track efficiency data associated with key operational activities; submit improvement ideas and support their adoption and implementation
Provide timely assistance to other plant operators and/or O&M personnel when required
Maintain a clean and organized operating area
Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
Carry out assignments as directed; tasks range from monitoring of control systems status, review of daily logs/rounds for anomalies, standardized preventative maintenance tasks (filter changes, equipment lubrication, light fixture re-lamping, etc.) to being part of maintenance switching events for major equipment shutdown/isolation, all to prevent impact to the customer’s Mission
Adhere to and support Fluor’s Health, Safety, & Environmental and Sustainability Policies
Effectively develop and apply the Core Skills to the job
Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
Other duties as assigned