Facilities Operations Specialist: Building Automation

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Facilities Operations Specialist to manage the operation and monitoring of building automation systems, fire alarm systems, and related infrastructure on Main Campus Jackson. The role requires a high school diploma or GED plus 1 year in facilities operations or related technical support, and a Mississippi driver’s license.

Strong knowledge of energy management, HVAC, and electrical systems is essential, with excellent communications and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1 year of facilities operations, building monitoring, or technical support.
• Valid Mississippi driver’s license.
• Proficient computer skills and software applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and monitors building automation and energy management systems; reports equipment failures.
• Monitors the fire alarm computer system to ensure proper notification of response personnel.
• Coordinates and assigns maintenance requests; dispatches facilities technicians for emergent situations.
• Prepares and maintains logs, reports, and records.
• Performs parameter entry for designated areas of the building automation system.
• Manages third-party campus response for critical systems (fire alarms, medical gas, water flow, elevator entrapments).
• Serves as after-hours parking coordinator; handles emergency gate phone and parking payments.
• Coordinates on-site contractors with facilities personnel.
• Oversees travel vehicle check-in/check-out and documentation.

Skills

Energy management

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Pump drives

Elevators & fire systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Verbal & written skills

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Facilities Operations Specialist to manage the operation and monitoring of building automation systems, fire alarm systems, and related infrastructure on Main Campus Jackson. The role requires a high school diploma or GED plus 1 year in facilities operations or related technical support, and a Mississippi driver’s license.

Strong knowledge of energy management, HVAC, and electrical systems is essential, with excellent communications and