Building Operations Specialist

BUILDING OPERATIONS SPECIALIST -

Building Operations Specialist
Division of Real Estate Development and Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Miami, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position is directly responsible for performing highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on HVAC and building equipment.

• Perform highly skilled and complex mechanical repairs on building equipment.
• Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.
• Investigate complaints and equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Analyze performance of equipment.
• Perform maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Assist with the maintenance of hardware, doors, windows, restroom fixtures and minor carpet repairs.
• Plumbing duties, including unclogging drains, repair of flush valves, repair of commodes, sinks, urinals, and drinking fountains.
• Repair receptacles; pull new circuits for electrical work, run EMT & PVC conduit, change out breakers.
• Assist the maintenance staff with monitoring or adjusting the Energy Management, Fire Protection and Security Systems.
• Assist outside contractors and others as needed.

• Conduct administrative tasks in the performance of daily job duties, including preparing mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Accurately enter time worked, leave requests and leave taken into the People First system.
• Accurately enter and maintain data in the work order and PM system.
• Operate a computer to check email, create and respond to assigned work requests, conduct research, locate and order repair parts.
• Maintain vehicle logs and ensure vehicle maintenance is performed at established intervals.

• Maintain a good rapport with tenants, co-workers, and supervisors in buildings; keep them informed of any unusual situations and be available to answer questions and requests.
• Exhibit excellent public relations skills due to continuous contact with tenants and the public.
• Display courteous and respectful behavior at all times and maintain a professional image as the department representative.

• Knowledge of mechanical system operation, troubleshooting and repair (e.g., chillers, boilers AHUs, VFDs, VAV systems, pumps and motors).
• Knowledge and operation of computer applications (e.g., Windows 7, Microsoft Office).
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems (e.g., chillers, boilers AHUs, VFDs, VAV systems, pumps and motors).
• Knowledge of skilled building trades or mechanical repair techniques.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment.
• Ability to take accurate measurements.
• Ability to model the behaviors of Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid HVAC certification.
• Valid chiller or boiler certification.
• Valid EPA 608 Universal certification.

• Five years’ experience in commercial HVAC.
• Valid HVAC certification.
• Valid chiller or boiler certification or within 12 months of employment.
• Valid EPA 608 Universal certification.
• Valid and applicable driver’s license.
• On-Call Assignment – This position is approved in accordance with applicable Florida statutes, administrative code, and collective bargaining agreements. The approved On-Call form has been forwarded to the servicing HR office.
• Adheres to safety awareness policies in the workplace, views safety videos when presented and attends required safety meetings. Practices safety lessons daily to avoid accidents.

• This position requires the ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel…