Energy Center Operator Technician 1

Daimler AG; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Energy Center Operator Technician to ensure the safe, efficient operation of utility systems and respond to emergencies. The role involves monitoring and troubleshooting various equipment while also participating in a Hurricane Onsite Ride Out Team. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and 3-5 years of experience in a facilities-related field, with the ability to read schematics and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a facilities related field required.
• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Able to perform essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of all Energy Center equipment.
• Respond to emergency conditions of the Utility Plant.
• Perform Utility Plant Systems troubleshooting.

Skills

Knowledge in Hot Water Boiler operation

Ability to read blueprints/P&ID drawings/electrical schematics

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Conflict resolution

Team work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

Job description

Tasks

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
• Conflict resolution
• Good communication skills
• Team work