Bliss - Utility Operator Security Clearance

Position: Ft Bliss - Utility Operator with Security Clearance
Location: Fort Bliss

Tunista Operations Support Services LLC Regular Primary Function The Utility Operator provides 24/7 monitoring and maintenance of the facility's critical utility infrastructure. While supporting Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in the Central Utility Plant (CUP), this role primarily performs general facility-wide rounds to detect and resolve malfunctions in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems. The Utility Operator ensures the continuous functionality of the medical center through proactive inspections and the use of DMLSS/Logi Cole for logging all rounds and maintenance activities.

Essential Duties
* Assist the Stationary Engineers/Boiler operators in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of industrial HVACR, steam, and high-pressure gas systems.

* Conduct regular floor rounds to detect and monitor malfunctions in building-wide utility systems, including elevators, lighting, and kitchen equipment.

* Assist in taking water samples and performing simple chemical tests for boiler feed water and closed-loop HVAC systems to ensure compliance with SOW standards.

* Perform servicing of pumps, valves, air handling units (AHUs), and cooling towers, including lubrication, belt replacements, and cleaning.

* Execute a variety of duties related to trouble calls and scheduled PMs within assigned time frames, ensuring minimal impact on hospital operations.

* Monitor and assist in the maintenance of medical gas distribution systems and fire/life safety components under the direction of lead trades.

* Document all work performed, including time and materials used.

* Strictly adhere to OSHA rules, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA), and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) protocols.

* All other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities N/A Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Basic knowledge of electrical, electronics, refrigeration, and plumbing principles for industrial facilities.

* Ability to read and interpret operations manuals, schematics, and shop drawings.

* Skill and knowledge to use hand and power tools, test equipment, and shop machines utilized by the maintenance craft.

* Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, work on ladders/scaffolds, and enter confined spaces like ductwork, pits, and crawl spaces.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

* Minimum of 3 years' experience in a healthcare or industrial setting, preferably supporting a central utility plant or high-pressure steam environment.

* High school diploma/GED or higher education. Licenses and

Certifications:

* Valid Driver's License.

* Preferred:
Qualified Boiler Operator or BOC (Building Operator Certification).

* Preferred:
Universal CFC/ESCO Institute Certification for HVAC/Refrigeration systems. Work Environment
* Work is performed indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures ranging from 10°F to 120°F.

* Performed in environments with exposure to hazardous/high-pressure gases, hot liquids, and excessive temperatures.

* Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and respirators when working with hazardous chemicals or gases.

* Must be physically able to work in confined spaces, such as ductwork and crawl spaces, and on ladders or scaffolds up to 40 ft.

* Must pass a background check for military installation access. PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

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