Energy Center Operator Technician 1

Daimler Trucks North America LLC; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC is seeking an Energy Center Operator Technician in Ladson, SC. This role ensures the reliable operations of Energy Center equipment, responds to emergencies, and requires troubleshooting skills for several utility systems. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 3-5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a facilities related field.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Operate energy, utility, and fire protection systems.
• Respond to emergency conditions and assist in incident investigations.
• Monitor Building Management System and 24x7 Facilities Help Desk.

Skills

Knowledge in Hot Water Boiler operation

Refrigeration cycle

Blueprint reading

Excellent written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office Software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Energy Center Operator Technician 1 (MER0003MHE)

Description

Job Summary:

Ensures the safe, efficient, reliable operation of all Energy Center equipment and responds to all emergency conditions of the Utility Plant. Energy Center Operator Technician (ECOT) is proficient in using troubleshooting tools, process knowledge, piping diagrams, electrical prints, vendor's manuals and operating procedures to quickly eliminate any downtime. The ECOT is also an important member of emergency response protocol including responding to fire alarms in all buildings, silencing alarms and maintaining fire protection equipment per NFPA. This position will be based on rotating 12 hour shifts (rotating between days and nights) and persons in this role will be expected to be a part of the Hurricane Onsite Ride Out Team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Operate all energy, utility and fire protection systems to include:

• 7 and 10 Bar Air Compressors, dryers and associated valves
• Weld water system including multiple pumps, tanks and coolers
• Cooling tower and associated pump and motors
• Chillers and associated pumps and motors
• Gas fired water boilers and associated equipment
• Air supply units for paint shop including filtering systems, pumps, piping and valves
• Roof top units for body shop, assembly plant and the admin building

Perform Utility Plant Systems troubleshooting which are varied and non-routine

Incident investigations utilizing "5 whys" to eliminate issues

Start/Stop equipment as required, and keep a log of the same

Perform emergency isolation of site Fire Protection Loop

NFPA required run test for fire water pumps and associated required systems testing

Respond and assist Plant Security in fire alarm events

Operate, monitor, and manage Building Management System (computer based control system for all Facilities operated equipment)

Enter work orders in CMMS system

Monitor and responds to 24x7x365 Facilities Help Desk support line

Hurricane "Ride Out" team member with onsite shelter in place in a State of Emergency

Shift log of all reported or investigated events and disposition

Perform Lock out Tag out

May modify existing processes, methods, and approaches

Participate in regular scheduled meetings

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years for experience in a facilities related field
• Able to perform essential functions of the job

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge in Hot Water Boiler operation and Refrigeration cycle
• Ability to read blueprints/P&ID drawings/electrical schematics
• Must possess excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Must possess valid driver's license
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Software package (Word/Excel) for communication/reporting functions

Organization

Primary Location

Organization

Mercedes Benz Vans LLC

Primary Location

United States of America-South Carolina-Ladson

Work Locations

8501 Palmetto Commerce Parkway 8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy Ladson 29456