Facilities System Operator

Job Summary

Operates the Utility Control System (UCS) computers and associated equipment located in the hospital’s communication room and Central Energy Plant control room. Through the UCS, monitors, interprets, analyzes, and controls various connected building systems to manage the most reliable and efficient building operations.

• Serves as the initial point of contact for the Facilities Department for all building occupants to report maintenance requirements and log requests in the facility’s CMMS.
• Assigns urgent and emergency work to appropriate trade workers and distributes routine work orders to supervisors or individual trade leads.
• Assists staff technicians in monitoring and analyzing HVAC system operation.
• Reports abnormal building system conditions to the appropriate supervisor or trade lead.
• Updates and closes work orders in the CMMS upon task completion.
• Monitors all centrally monitored alarm systems for power availability, temperature control, and pressure requirements, taking necessary action for abnormal conditions.
• Applies regulations, operating instructions, plans, procedures, recall rosters, and emergency notifications.
• Acts as night maintenance mechanic repairing equipment or systems when other staff are not on duty.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Experience with a Computerized Facility Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and certification in a technical or trade related field.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop, kneel, climb ladders, stand for long periods, and perform constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, and chemicals; may involve minor safety hazards resulting in cuts or bruises.
• Must pass a local background check and obtain/maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Hourly rate: $32.00. Eligible for a wide range of benefits based on applicable bargaining unit agreements.