Utility Operator II

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks a Boiler/Utility Operator to ensure safe operation of plant equipment serving the UNMC/Neb Med campus. You will start, operate, and shut down boilers, chillers, generators, and monitor 13.8 KV and 5 KV distribution from a central control room.

The role directs training of the Utility Operator I, performs preventative maintenance, and works a variable schedule. Requires HS diploma, 2 years of related experience, and valid licenses.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience in operation/maintenance of boilers and related systems preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret blueprints, drawings and layouts.
• Demonstrated ability to operate industrial or commercial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Start, operate and shut down boilers and auxiliaries.
• Operate chillers, generators and related plant equipment from central control room.
• Monitor 13.8 KV and 5 KV electrical distribution systems.
• Direct training and supervision of Utility Operator I.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance as assigned.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Control systems operation

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: Staff_14705

Department

Department FMP-Utilities 50000772

Business Unit

Business Unit Business & Finance

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Varies

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and proper operation of all equipment associated with utility plant and distribution system serving the UNMC /Neb Med campus.

Starts, operates, and shuts down boilers and their auxiliaries, chillers and their auxiliaries, generators and their auxiliaries, and all other necessary plant equipment from a central control room.

Responsible for the for the operation and monitoring of the 13.8 KV and 5KV electrical distribution system serving the UNMC /Neb Med campus.

Directs the activities and provides training to the Utility Operator I.

Performs preventative and routine maintenance as assigned.

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:

Required Education: High School education or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

(Will consider two years post high school education in a related vocational technical trade program/related experience)

Required Experience

Required Experience 2 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience in operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers and related equipment to include fundamental knowledge of industrial plant chilled water, steam, and electrical systems

(Will consider two years post high school education in a related vocational technical trade program/related experience)

Required License

Required License Yes

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
A valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Other Computer Applications: Demonstrated ability to operate industrial or commercial control systems.

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts Demonstrated mechanical and operational aptitude

Preferred Education:

Preferred Education: Relevant coursework/specialized training

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Technical school, trade school, community college, apprenticeship program and/or related education program

Preferred Experience:

NA

Preferred License:

Preferred License: No

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:

NA

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers and related equipment to include fundamental knowledge of industrial plant chilled water, steam, and electrical systems?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have experience in operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers and related equipment to include fundamental knowledge of industrial plant chilled water, steam, and electrical systems, please elaborate. (If No, indicate NA)
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to operate industrial or commercial control systems?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)
• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.