Building Systems Operator

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Uniforms provided

Safety gear

On-call pay

Job summary

The University of Utah Health is seeking a facilities maintenance technician to monitor and repair building automation, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems across campus. This role emphasizes reliability, safety, and energy efficiency with prompt response to alarms and incidents.

You will work in a 24/7 environment with rotating schedules and on-call duties. Prior hands-on maintenance experience in BAS/HVAC is required; a driver’s license may be needed.

Qualifications

• 18 months of verified, hands-on maintenance and repair experience in HVAC-R, BAS, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, and Fire Alarm & Suppression.
• Depending upon department of hire, a valid State of Utah Driver's License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors building automation systems, alarms and trouble calls.
• Responds to trouble calls from occupants and computer alarms promptly.
• Assesses damage and determines the best corrective action.
• Repairs and troubleshoots HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and electrical issues.
• Reviews alarm summaries and adjusts the Building Automation Systems.
• Documents daily building system problems and communicates them.
• Advises administration/trades staff of situations that may affect operations.
• Takes daily readings of major equipment and documents irregularities.

Skills

Building automation

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

NFPA 101 knowledge

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

On-call 24/7

Tools

Metasys BAS

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

• This position is responsible to operate, adjust, monitor, repair, respond to, regulate, and troubleshoot all building automation systems, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems to ensure proper function with respect to safety, economy, and comfort.

• This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

24/7- rotating schedules- 13X factor incentive (12.5% on top of hourly rate and on top of shift differentials).

Benefits

• Save 50% on Tuition (Tuition reduced for eligible employees attending the University of Utah)

• Health Coverage, Dental Coverage, Life Insurance

• Retirement

• Paid Time Off

• 11 Paid Holidays per year

Department Specific Benefits

• Supplied uniforms: Hats, jackets/vests & safety shoe (allowance of $150 every 2 years)

• Supplies all tools & equipment

• Supplies all safety gear

• Work related training costs covered (budgetary item)

• Turkey certificate for Thanksgiving holiday

• Coin program for Outstanding Services Performed

• Paid to be on-call and available, if assigned position requires it

*Department specific benefits are not guaranteed and are subject to change*

Corporate Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Monitors all building automation systems, other alarms and trouble calls.

• Responds to trouble calls from building occupants and computer alarms in a timely and professional manner.

• Assesses the damage, or situation, and makes timely decisions regarding the best course of action to be taken.

• Repairs and troubleshoots HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and electrical building equipment issues in a timely manner.

• Reviews alarm summaries and makes adjustments to the Building Automation Systems in a timely manner.

• Regularly and consistently documents and communicates daily building system problems.

• Advises the appropriate administration/trades staff of situations that may affect normal operations, in a timely manner.

• Takes daily readings of all major equipment including air supply temperatures, pressure relationships, water temperatures, and document/inspect for irregularities in readings.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the 2012 version of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.

• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer functions.

• Demonstrated, strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to effectively work independently, or in a group setting.

• Ability to read blue prints.

• Ability to follow specific directions.

• Demonstrated computer, organization, human relations, and effective communication skills.

• Ability to cooperate with other shop craftsman and staff.

• Ability to make repairs, or call on the required trades, as needed.

• Ability to be on call 24/7 and be responsible for employees and facilities day and night.

• Ability to perform rotating shifts.

• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to prioritize work in order to deliver successful results.

• Ability to be self-motivated and detail-oriented.

• Ability to be organized and have proven capabilities in multi-tasking, problem solving and prioritizing workloads.

Qualifications

Required

• Eighteen (18) months of verified, hands‑on maintenance and repair experience in one or more of the following areas: HVAC‑R, Building Automation Systems, Plumbing, Emergency Power Supply Systems, Electrical Systems, Fire Alarm & Suppression Systems.

• Depending upon department of hire, a valid, State of Utah Driver's License may be required.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Atkinson or Metasys Building Automation Systems.

• Knowledge of fire alarm systems.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• This position involves very physical work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects. The position may involve moving heavy equipment and/or supplies.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically under‑represented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an affirming employer and a non‑discriminating employer. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801‑581‑6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581‑6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’s post‑retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366‑7770 or (800) 695‑4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581‑6500 if you have questions regarding the post‑retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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