Utility Systems Maint Specialist

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 26,424 - 37,634; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit eligible

Stable employment at a university

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A public university in Ohio is seeking a Utility Systems Maintenance Specialist to maintain and perform routine checks on utility and mechanical systems. The role requires technical training or equivalent experience and a valid driver's license. The candidate will perform maintenance on chillers, boilers, and related systems, and troubleshoot mechanical failures. Must be comfortable working flexible shifts and in potentially disagreeable environments. Join this institution that values diversity and equality in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Nine months of technical training beyond high school and three years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining university utility and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on various mechanical systems.
• Monitor and respond to system alarms.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of utility system operations and maintenance practices

Ability to operate computer-based monitoring and control systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventative and predictive maintenance

Pump and motor maintenance

Hand and power tool proficiency

Education

Nine months technical training beyond high school

Job description

Job Title

Utility Systems Maint Specialist

Department

Utility Systems 1

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

23.25

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Assists in maintaining university utility and mechanical systems by performing preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on chillers, boilers, generators, auxiliary equipment, and other complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Responsibilities also include maintaining and monitoring steam, remote steam boilers, hot water, and chilled water distribution systems, cooling towers, mechanical systems, and related chemical treatment processes.

This position works four days per week, ten hours per day. Initial schedule will be Monday–Thursday during the training period. After training is complete, the schedule will transition to Sunday–Wednesday. Schedule modifications may be required to support 24/7/365 operational needs.

Essential Duties

• Monitor campus steam, electrical, hot water, and chilled water systems.
• Perform predictive, preventative, and routine maintenance on chillers, generators, engines, fuel trains, and auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor and respond to engine, generator, and chiller plant alarms.
• Install new equipment and replace existing equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment to determine required repairs, parts, materials, and supplies.
• Assist with maintaining steam, chilled water, and hot water distribution systems.
• Provide guidance and oversight to Utilities Systems Maintenance Assistants when needed.
• Report abnormal conditions to Operations Managers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Nine months of technical training beyond high school and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to be a qualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with chiller steam and geothermal plant operations.
• HVAC experience.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or similar control systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of utility system operations and maintenance practices.
• Ability to operate and utilize computer-based monitoring and control systems.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance management system to perform assigned work orders, track time and record notes from work performed.
• Mechanical troubleshooting – Ability to diagnose equipment failures in pumps, motors, valves, and mechanical systems.
• Preventative and predictive maintenance – Performing inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacement before failures occur.
• Pump and motor maintenance – Alignment, seal replacement, bearing replacement, and vibration awareness.
• Valve maintenance and repair – Knowledge of steam, water, and control valves including packing replacement and actuator troubleshooting.
• Mechanical system installation – Installing and replacing pumps, piping components, heat exchangers, and mechanical equipment.
• Hand and power tool proficiency – Safe and effective use of mechanical tools and diagnostic equipment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of chilled water, steam, and geothermal plant operations.
• Experience with building automation and control systems.

Working Conditions

• Work requires considerable walking and standing, with occasional lifting of 25–50 pounds.
• Work may occur in somewhat disagreeable environments, including exposure to heat, noise, and other mechanical conditions.
• Must be able to work in steam tunnels and mechanical spaces.
• Position requires time both in the field and in mechanical/utility facilities.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.