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

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks a Facilities Operator to maintain and service HVAC, boilers, chillers, and related equipment on a Monday–Friday schedule. You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to system issues, and document activities in the CMMS while coordinating with the facilities team.

Responsibilities include carpentry work, rounds of the central utilities plant, and ensuring compliance with building and safety codes.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and related systems.
• Follow safety and building codes; ensure energy management systems are monitored.
• Respond to maintenance requests and document work in CMMS.
• Perform carpentry work and minor repairs as needed.
• Assist with central plant operations and logs.

Skills

HVAC experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Energy management systems

Job description

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 discrimination against 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.

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. Read the full statement.

Job Title

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

Job Grade

Job Grade FP16H

Division

Division Business and Finance

College/Dept

College/Dept Facilities Management and Planning

Department

Department Maintenance, Operations and Utilities

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026-00259

FTE (full-time equivalency) 100

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term

Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

Pay Information

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Hourly

FLSA Designation

FLSA Designation Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on all types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment including large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other related equipment. Requires general knowledge of building systems and maintenance relating to commercial HVAC systems. Requires general knowledge of commercial HVAC automatic control systems, building electrical systems, commercial plumbing systems, and all related components. Requires some experience with commercial plumbing systems, fixtures, and related components. Perform carpentry work throughout campus, such as repairs to doors and door hardware, ceilings, flooring, and classroom seating. This position will be expected to interact with customers and other employees in a professional manner that enhances work effectiveness for the facilities 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 and complete operating logs, monitor campus equipment through the energy management systems, note deficiencies and take corrective action.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area:

Responsibility Area: Maintenance

Duties:

Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on all types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment including large commercial air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, AC split systems, air compressors, and other related equipment. Ensure compliance with regulations including all applicable building, electrical and fire codes, university and departmental standards and guidelines. Assist with major rebuilds and repairs on equipment as required.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 60

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area:

Responsibility Area: Carpentry Work

Duties:

Perform carpentry work throughout campus, such as repairs to doors and door hardware, ceilings, flooring, furniture, and classroom seating.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 15

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area:

Duties:

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

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area:

Responsibility Area: Work Orders

Duties:

Document completed preventive maintenance and work order requests using the Computer Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ). Complete material request forms, inspection reports, log sheets, leave requests, and other required paperwork.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 5

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area:

Responsibility Area: Central Utility Plant work

Duties:

Assist Plant Operators as needed. Perform all duties of that position to include, but not limited to, operating central utilities 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

Percentage Of Time 5

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area:

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

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 mechanical systems, or equivalent education.

Required License/Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Required Additional Qualifications:

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

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

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

Preferred License/Certification

NA

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

NA

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check

Credit Check No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment Yes

Drug Screen

Drug Screen Yes

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have at least one year of experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems, or equivalent education?
  • Yes
  • No