Utilities Plant Technician 3

Clayton State University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utilities Plant Technician 3 to join their team. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical equipment in energy plants. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. The position offers a structured schedule with potential for overtime and is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the facilities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Earned Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 4 years of directly related experience required.
• EPA Certificate is a must for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Respond to work orders and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Provide training and leadership to plant operations staff.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Vocational/Technical/Associate Program

Associate Degree in Related Field

Tools

Metasys Facility Management System

Hand Tools

Job description

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

College/Department Information

Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in which students, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves. Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.

Job Summary

Utilities Plant Technician 3 will perform preventative maintenance, diagnosis, inspections, and repair of mechanical equipment in the energy plants as well as other areas that are maintained by Plant Operations. The types of equipment that plant operations maintain, services, or repairs include chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, compressors, etc. This position monitors and operates equipment and building temperatures through Metasys facility management system. Working hours for this position are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday but may be needed to work different shifts temporarily to ensure adequate coverage. This position may require to work after hours, weekends, or on-call.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Preventative Maintenance:

• Always leave equipment in safe working condition, immediately notify supervisor of dangerous situations.
• Document and notify supervisor of any equipment failure and/or potential failures.
• Document all corrective actions in detail on assigned work requests.
• Perform quarterly, mid-annual, and annual preventative maintenances on Augusta University equipment based on manufactures required preventative maintenance requirements.
• Performs all maintenance work in a neat and timely manner.
• Schedule all preventative maintenances so that it does not disrupt the operation of Augusta University buildings or its customers.
• Schedule delivery of needed materials to complete preventative maintenance according to when the
• Augusta University equipment is scheduled to be completed.
• Keep records of completed preventative maintenance as well as any future work that needs to be completed.
• Communicate to building coordinators and plant operations supervisor of any shutdowns that need to occur to complete preventative maintenance of Augusta University plant operations equipment.
• Communicate to building coordinators and plant operations supervisor once preventative maintenance is complete and equipment has been returned to normal operation.

Responds to Work Request:

• Respond to work orders in a quick and timely manner.
• Communicate with customer explaining if work order is completed or if further work needs to be completed.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment in a quick a timely manner.
• Schedule shutdowns with building coordinators and supervisor to ensure Augusta University buildings and its customers are not being disrupted.
• Communicate with supervisor any future work that needs to be completed to ensure all Augusta University equipment is effectively operating.
• Document and notify supervisor of any equipment failure and/or potential failures.
• Document all corrective actions in detail on assigned work requests.

Leadership:

• Utilizes effective critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills to make decisions and communicates tactfully to plant operations staff.
• Provides training to plant operations staff regarding new methods, policies, procedures, and Augusta University topics.
• Provides department strategic planning, sound leadership, and direction to plant operation employees.
• This position will provide clear goals and expectations to plant operations employees.
• Works closely with plant operations staff to provide guidance and developmental plans for all staff to be successful as well as identifying opportunities for all staff to excel.

Contract Management:

• Estimates materials needed and records time and material expended on each work order. Prepares and submits material requisitions required to complete assigned tasks.
• Reads, interprets blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.
• Perform shutdowns of assigned systems as required for maintenance or for project support. This includes chillers, boilers, chilled water systems, heating water systems, steam systems, etc.

Communications:

• Consistently provide professional, accurate, tactful, and timely written and verbal communications to Facilities staff as well as other Augusta University staff
• Establishes and maintains positive collaborative working relationships with all levels of Augusta University

Performs Related Work as Required:

• Employees will follow all Augusta University and Facilities Operations policies and procedures.
• Work with scheduled contractors to complete projects and report to plant operations supervisor once project is complete and if any future work needs to be completed.
• Wear provided plant operations uniform and maintain good hygiene.
• Respond to requests received from facilities operations work management team.
• Perform any other duties as assigned to by supervisor or Augusta University leadership.

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Technical/Associate Program from an accredited college or university with 4 years of directly related experience and EPA Certificate.

Valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in related field from an accredited college or university

Five or more years of applicable maintenance experience

At least one year of automation building control experience

UST Class A/B Operator

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Must have general mechanical aptitude and be able to safely and effectively operate hand tools

Physically enter and work inside of small, confined spaces (boilers, vaults, and pressure vessels)

Climb ladders and work at various heights.

This position requires a moderate amount of physical exertion daily. That includes walking, lifting heavy objects up to (75lbs), kneeling, and crawling.

Must be proficient in the use of the Metasys facility management system.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday but may be needed to work different shifts temporarily to ensure adequate coverage. This position may require to work after hours, weekends, or on-call.

Pay Band: 6

Salary Minimum: $18.85/hour - $18.91/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 1/23/25 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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