Central Utility Plant Operator
About The Position
Operate, repair, assist with, and perform preventive maintenance on the physical plant’s main and auxiliary equipment in a mixed-use corporate environment. Equipment includes HVAC systems, air compressors, chillers, air handling units, pumps, exhaust systems, and life safety systems. Help plan, coordinate, and complete operations and maintenance activities to support timely, cost-efficient departmental goals, and assist team members with daily activities. The role requires working 12-hour shifts, including days and nights, as well as holidays and weekends, to support a 24/7 operation.
Requirements
- High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
- At least three years of experience as a building operator.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and math ability.
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to use computers, automated controls, and associated operating systems.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs for daily operator rounds.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
- Must pass a criminal background check, physical exam, and drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Apply knowledge and experience to the day-to-day operation and maintenance of physical plant equipment under the Operations & Maintenance Department.
- Take charge of a shift and make operating decisions without supervision.
- Know and follow applicable equipment operating procedures, including the two-man safety verification process.
- Learn plant systems and operating procedures for main and auxiliary physical plant equipment.
- Use basic computer skills to handle email and complete work orders in the client-based maintenance program.
- Complete designated operator rounds, document equipment operating conditions, and identify and report non-standard conditions.
- Monitor manufacturing and building systems and notify customer facilities when systems are not operating normally.
- Perform advanced preventive maintenance on selected equipment and contribute to root cause analysis of equipment problems.
- Test and analyze equipment and systems using the required procedures and processes.
- Work a flexible schedule to cover 24/7 operations, including adjusted 12-hour shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Use hand tools, measuring instruments, and other equipment needed to perform repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Follow emailed, written, and verbal instructions.
- Perform other assigned maintenance duties in a team-oriented environment.
- Work overtime as needed.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Life and disability insurance programs.
- Paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
