Utility Systems Maint Specialist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University seeks a Utility Systems Maint Specialist to keep campus mechanical systems in top condition. The role involves preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on chillers, boilers, generators, and related equipment, ensuring reliable steam and hot/chilled water distribution.

The position requires monitoring, responding to alarms, and assisting with building automation controls. Training is four days per week, ten hours daily, with a shift evolution after training to a

Qualifications

• Nine months of technical training beyond high school and three years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive under the University MVR policy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor campus steam, hot water, chilled water, electrical systems.
• Perform predictive, preventative, and routine maintenance on chillers, generators, engines, and related equipment.
• Respond to plant alarms and troubleshoot equipment to determine repairs and parts.
• Install new equipment and replace existing ones as required.
• Assist with distribution systems and oversee Maintenance Assistants when needed.
• Report abnormal conditions to Operations Managers.

Skills

Technical knowledge of utility systems

Predictive maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pumps and motors

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Education

Nine months technical training beyond high school + 3 years related experience

Tools

CMMS / computerized maintenance management system

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.

Job Description

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.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

None

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.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

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

This organization participates in E-Verify.

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 ADA Faculty Staff at [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

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 ADA Faculty Staff at [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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