Facilities Ops Technician II - BOF - Central Area (Galveston)

UTMB Health•Galveston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs at a journeyman level in at least one distinct industrial/commercial trade craft (Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Structural, Instrumentation/Electronics, Refrigeration, Electronics/Fire Alarms) for the maintenance and repair of heavy commercial building infrastructure and equipment. The role involves proactive maintenance, customer consultation, detailed equipment inspections, major repairs on complex systems, and performing preventative or corrective maintenance tasks. The technician will also train and mentor new personnel, interpret blueprints, and participate in project-related activities. Support for 24/7 operations, including on-call duties and disaster preparedness, is required. The role also includes completing compliance training, attending meetings, identifying safety hazards, and adhering to internal controls.

Requirements

High School diploma or recognized equivalent.
One journeyman-level industrial/commercial craft/trade as approved by Property Services Leadership (i.e., Plumbing, Mechanical, HVAC, Structural, Instrumentation/Electronics, Refrigeration, Electronics/Fire Alarms) demonstrated by one of the following:
Texas state license or approved equal license with two years of experience at the journeymen level.
Recognized apprentice program or trade school with two years of experience at the journeymen level.
Community college certification, or an associate degree in a related field, with two years of experience at the journeymen level.
NCCER training program or other UTMB-approved certification with two years of experience at the journeymen level.
Licensure/certification/degree options listed above can be substituted by 8 years of Industrial/Heavy Commercial experience in at least one craft (Job information and references are required to validate 8 years of Industrial/ Heavy Commercial experience relative to our environment).
Must be capable of demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job in a post-offer employment test as administered by UTMB Rehab Services.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to use and operate handheld electronic communication devices.
Skills associated with diagnostic testing equipment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. from the floor to the knuckle.
Frequent bending, standing and walking.

Responsibilities

Proactively maintains all aspects of the assigned area of responsibility.
Consults with customers on priority of work and assumes full ownership of customer problems and equipment breakdowns.
Serves as liaison between customer and Property Services (Physical Plant).
Performs detailed inspections of equipment for proper operation.
Informs appropriate supervisory or managerial personnel of unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action.
Performs major repairs on complex systems and supporting equipment.
Starts up, shuts down and adjusts equipment or systems in accordance with established operational and safety procedures.
Performs preventative or corrective maintenance tasks as assigned and within timelines.
Identifies maintenance needs and performs pro-active repairs before breakdown occurs.
Train and mentor new personnel in area of expertise as required.
Teaches basic knowledge of codes and proper tool use.
Reads and interprets and provides “marked up” blueprints / drawings for corrections when needed.
Attends and participates in project designs, reviews, shutdowns, project meetings, final inspections and commissioning.
Supports area shift coverage, on-call duties, and after hours or extended projects as needed for an institution that operates 24 hours a day seven days a week.
Participate in disaster/hurricane preparedness list i.e. E1A (Ride out team) or E1B (Recovery team).
Complete all UTMB required compliance training.
Attends staff, training and safety meetings.
Identifies and reports safety hazards.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.