Lead Plant Operator

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Job Title:

Lead Plant Operator

Job Grade: FP18H

Division:
Business and Finance

College/Dept:
Facilities Management and Planning Department

Department:
Maintenance, Operations and Utilities

Requisition Number:

FTE (full-time equivalency): 100.00

Work Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday 7am-3pm

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term: 12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

Pay Information: $60,700-$75,000

Pay

Schedule:

Hourly

FLSA Designation:
Non-Exempt

Supervise, mentor/coach, assign, coordinate, and inspect work performed by Plant Operators. Operate, monitor, and maintain all equipment in the University’s Central Utility Plant ( CUP ) and other buildings on campus in a safe and efficient manner. Requires knowledge of building systems and maintenance relating to commercial boilers, chillers, HVAC, cooling tower, chemical treatment and refrigeration systems, and all codes and supporting documentation that apply to each.

Must be able to interpret schematics, one-line diagrams, and construction drawings. Make rounds and complete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through the energy management system, note deficiencies, and take corrective action. Perform preventive maintenance tasks as well as determine the need for equipment maintenance, diagnosing causes of wear & tear and recommending solutions to problems found. Requires knowledge of commercial HVAC automatic control systems, building electrical systems, and all related components.

Conduct routine utility systems inspections and respond to emergency calls in other buildings and grounds on UNO campus during evening, weekend and holiday hours.

• Responsibility Area:
  Operate & Monitor Equipment Duties:
  Operate, monitor, and maintain all equipment located within the CUP and other buildings on campus. Components include but not limited to chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, pumps, air compressors, emergency generators, water softeners, chemical test equipment, etc. Interpret and use schematics, one- line diagrams, and construction drawings to troubleshoot and repair systems and equipment in a commercial setting.
  
  Ensure compliance with regulations including all applicable building, boiler, electrical and fire codes, university and departmental standards and guidelines.
• Responsibility Area:
  Preventative Maintenance & Minor Repairs Duties:
  Supervise, mentor/coach, assign, coordinate, and inspect work performed by Plant Operators. Coordinate equipment and supply purch

Percentage Of Time: 55

Essential Function:
Yes