Systems Operator

DePauw University•Greencastle, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of DePauw University’s building systems. The role operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and performs preventive maintenance on campus systems, including HVAC, lighting, domestic water, fire protection, security, and irrigation, using the building automation system (BAS) and other available control systems. The operator helps ensure that systems function and perform properly for building clients and the campus community. The position performs operational adjustments, basic preventive and predictive maintenance, inspection rounds, and performance monitoring for critical equipment. It uses BAS to coordinate schedules and adjust building systems, monitors water chemistry in campus closed-loop systems, identifies repair needs for maintenance resources, and prepares reports documenting asset performance and condition. The role works in and around university buildings and may encounter electricity, chemicals, hot water, low-pressure steam, natural gas, and work at heights. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least three years of current related experience with commercial, residential, or industrial mechanical and/or electrical systems.
Valid United States driver’s license required.
Ability to demonstrate a systems-based approach to troubleshooting and problem solving.
Working knowledge of HVAC sequence-of-operations documents.
Ability to read and interpret building-system schematics and drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, technicians, and clients; excellent oral communication skills are required.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, Google, and Outlook.
Ability to learn and effectively use the ADP timekeeping system.
Ability to produce quality work promptly, safely, and efficiently; strong customer-service and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work without supervision, adapt to shifting priorities, and manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to handle competing priorities in a complex environment and communicate progress against project requirements.
Willingness to work collaboratively with peers and as a team member in a broader institutional setting to achieve goals and apply best practices.
Commitment to the values associated with a nationally respected liberal arts educational environment.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent standing, speaking, and lifting or carrying loads up to 20 pounds; occasional lifting or carrying 21–50 pounds and occasional climbing, crawling, squatting or kneeling, bending, and handling or fingering.
Vision abilities including near, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and color vision, and hearing ability.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training and/or a degree in mechanical or electrical technology.
Demonstrated working knowledge of commercial building automation systems, controls, and sequences of operation.
Familiarity with critical commercial building infrastructure such as chillers, boilers, cooling towers, transformers, and generators.
Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) and controls.

Responsibilities

Monitor building-system performance and function and make operational adjustments as required.
Troubleshoot systems and equipment and make adjustments to maintain performance for campus buildings and clients.
Identify and clarify required system or equipment repairs for maintenance resources to address.
Perform basic preventive and predictive maintenance on system equipment and trend data to define corrective-maintenance scope and frequency.
Use the building automation system (BAS) to set HVAC, lighting, and security schedules to match published building operational schedules.
Use BAS to adjust building-system operation, including environmental-control setpoints and lighting scenes.
Monitor and adjust water chemistry for campus closed-loop systems.
Conduct operator inspection rounds and monitor critical components such as chillers, boilers, and cooling towers.
Prepare operational and asset reports documenting asset performance and condition.
Attend training sessions or seminars to maintain or enhance skills required for Facilities Management operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance for full-time benefits-eligible employees.
Dental insurance for full-time benefits-eligible employees.
Vision insurance for full-time benefits-eligible employees.
Basic life insurance paid for by DePauw University.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance paid for by DePauw University.
Long-term disability insurance paid for by DePauw University.
Option for full-time employees to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and dependents.
Additional voluntary benefits.
Tuition remission and exchange.
Relocation allowance.
Retirement savings plan available to all employees.
Employee discounts and access to University resources.
Vacation time, personal time for hourly employees, and sick time according to University policies.
Cigna Employee Assistance benefit for employees and their households.
Access to the Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes.
Access to the Indoor Tennis and Track Center, University Libraries, Peeler art galleries, Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs, Ubben lecture series, and free athletic events.
Bookstore and Starbucks discounts in Greencastle.
Employee-discounted meal plan.
Free parking.
Access to the nature park, including walking and biking trails.
Personal duplicating and printing discounts.