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Facilities Operator
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Job Title
Facilities Operator
Job Grade
FP16H
Division
Business and Finance
College/Dept
Facilities Management and Planning
Department
Maintenance, Operations and Utilities
Requisition Number
2026-00259
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
Pay Information
$24.00-$30.00/hour depending on experience
Pay Schedule
Hourly
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
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
15
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Emergency Repairs
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
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
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
5
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
General Housekeeping
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
5
Essential Function:
No
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent .
Required Experience
One year of 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
Associates degree in HVAC technology.
Preferred Experience
- One year of experience in hands-on boiler operation.
- One year of experience with computerized energy management systems.
Preferred License/Certification
NA
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
NA
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
Yes
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
Yes
Drug Screen
Yes
Supplemental Question
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least one year of experience with HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems, or equivalent education?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
