Facilities Operator | Tues - Sat 7:00AM - 4:00PM

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Omaha is seeking a Facilities Operator to manage HVAC systems on a Tue–Sat schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The role includes preventive maintenance, campus plumbings tasks, and energy management system monitoring.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of HVAC/plant experience, a valid driver’s license, and a City of Omaha Third Grade Engineers license eligibility within 18 months. This is a full-time, on-site position with hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems, or equivalent education.
• Valid Driver’s License and, within 18 months of hire, City of Omaha Third Grade Engineers License (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, install, and perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including large air handlers, boilers, chillers, pumps, and related components.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building, electrical, and fire codes and university standards; assist with major rebuilds and repairs.
• Perform carpentry work across campus (doors, ceilings, flooring, furniture).
• Interact professionally with customers and staff to enhance maintenance effectiveness.
• Make rounds, operate central utilities plant equipment, monitor campus systems, and document deficiencies and actions.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Facilities Operator | Tues - Sat 7:00AM - 4:00PM

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement

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Job Title

Job Title Facilities Operator | Tues - Sat 7:00AM - 4:00PM

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 2026-00293

FTE (full-time equivalency)

FTE (full-time equivalency) 100

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Tuesday - Saturday 7am - 4pm

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?

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

Pay Information

Pay Information $25.39 - $30.00/hr

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: 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: 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: 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: 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 years’ 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

Preferred Additional Qualifications

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

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