Facilities Operator | Mon - Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking a Facilities Operator to operate, maintain, and perform preventive maintenance on heating, cooling, and related equipment. The role requires knowledge of building systems and energy management and includes routine rounds, logging, and interaction with campus customers.

The position supports the Facilities Management and Planning team, with a Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• City of Omaha – Third Grade Engineers License (or ability to obtain within 18 months).
• Familiarity with energy management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and related systems.
• Perform general maintenance and carpentry as needed.
• Assist with central plant operations and energy management monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with building, electrical, and fire codes and standards.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Building mechanical systems

Energy management systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in HVAC technology

Job description

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - auniversity with strong academic values, diverse programs andlearning opportunities, and significant relationships with ourcommunity that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Facilities Operator | Mon - Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discriminationagainst employees and prospective employees based on race, color,ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation,gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information,veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess, and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Requisiton Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race,color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity.

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Job Title

Facilities Operator | Mon - Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Job Grade

FP16H

Division

Business and Finance

College/Dept

Facilities Management and Planning

Department

Maintenance, Operations and Utilities

Requisition Number

2026-00259

FTE (full-time equivalency)

100

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Does the position provide the opportunity to workRemotely/Telecommuting?

No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term

12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclementweather policy?

Pay Information

$24.00-$30.00/hour depending on experience

Pay Schedule

Hourly

FLSA Designation

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance onall types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipmentincluding large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps,generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other relatedequipment. Requires general knowledge of building systems andmaintenance relating to commercial HVAC systems. Requires generalknowledge of commercial HVAC automatic control systems, buildingelectrical systems, commercial plumbing systems, and all relatedcomponents. Requires some experience with commercial plumbingsystems, fixtures, and related components. Perform carpentry workthroughout campus, such as repairs to doors and door hardware,ceilings, flooring, and classroom seating. This position will beexpected to interact with customers and other employees in aprofessional manner that enhances work effectiveness for thefacilities maintenance crew. Assist Plant Operators as directed.Perform all duties of that position to include, but not limited to,operating central utilities plant equipment, make rounds andcomplete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through theenergy management systems, note deficiencies and take correctiveaction.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area: Maintenance

Duties: Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance onall types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipmentincluding large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps,generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other relatedequipment. Ensure compliance with regulations including allapplicable building, electrical and fire codes, university anddepartmental standards and guidelines. Assist with major rebuildsand repairs on equipment as required.

Percentage Of Time: 60

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Carpentry Work

Duties: Perform carpentry work throughout campus, such as repairs to doorsand door hardware, ceilings, flooring, furniture, and classroomseating.

Percentage Of Time: 15

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Emergency Repairs

Duties: Respond to calls from supervisor, control systems operator, orfacilities service dispatcher that require immediate action.Diagnosis problem and take appropriate action.

Percentage Of Time: 10

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Work Orders

Duties: Document completed preventive maintenance and work order requestsusing the Computer Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ). Completematerial request forms, inspection reports, log sheets, leaverequests, and other required paperwork.

Percentage Of Time: 5

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Central Utility Plant work

Duties: Assist Plant Operators as needed. Perform all duties of thatposition to include, but not limited to, operating centralutilities plant equipment, make rounds and complete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through the energy management systems, note deficiencies and take corrective action.

Percentage Of Time: 5

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: General Housekeeping

Duties: Perform general housekeeping duties in campus mechanical rooms, utilities manholes and vaults, air shafts, utility tunnels, etc.These include but are not limited to sweeping, washing, painting,etc.

Percentage Of Time: 5

Essential Function: No

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent .

Required Experience

One year of experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanicalsystems, or equivalent education.

Required License/Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Required Additional Qualifications:

City of Omaha – Third Grade Engineers License (Or the ability toobtain within 18 months of hire date)

Preferred Education

Associates degree in HVAC technology.

Preferred Experience

• One year of experience in hands-on boiler operation.
• One year of experience with computerized energy managementsystems.

Preferred License/Certification

NA

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

NA

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check

No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check

Yes

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment

Yes

Drug Screen

Yes

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have at least one year of experience with HVACequipment and building mechanical systems, or equivalent education?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter