Facilities Operations Leader — Research Center

US Geological Survey; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Geological Survey in Seattle seeks a Facility Operations Specialist for the Western Fisheries Research Center to manage a comprehensive maintenance program and oversee critical facility systems supporting research activities.

Applicants should have HVAC certification or equivalent, hands-on experience with building automation and BACnet/Modbus, and knowledge of water filtration, pumps, and process piping, plus strong planning and supervisory skills for contractor work.

Qualifications

• Basic education: degree in engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration. Transcripts required.
• Experience in property management, maintenance, materials, and building operations and repair.
• Qualifying experience includes planning maintenance activities and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience supervising contractors and ensuring conformance with project plans.

Skills

HVAC certification

Building automation systems

BACnet/Modbus protocols

Water filtration systems

Pumps and process piping

Facilities maintenance management

Education

Engineering / Industrial arts / Property management / Business administration degree

Job description

US Geological Survey in Seattle seeks a Facility Operations Specialist for the Western Fisheries Research Center to manage a comprehensive maintenance program and oversee critical facility systems supporting research activities.

Applicants should have HVAC certification or equivalent, hands-on experience with building automation and BACnet/Modbus, and knowledge of water filtration, pumps, and process piping, plus strong planning and supervisory skills for contractor work.