HCSS Utility Operations Technician (Apprentice) at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform skilled level operation of plant equipment and machinery typically found in a central plant environment, under the training of our more senior Util. Ops Technicians. Maintain the necessary technical skills to repair, maintain, inspect, and operate Utilities production equipment, distribution systems, and energy management equipment.

*Candidate will work Dupont schedule, to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Startup, shutdown and operate major power/chillers/boiler plant equipment in accordance with established operational and safety procedures.
• Reads blueprints and technical manuals for equipment and buildings as required.
• Monitors equipment and maintains records of equipment operational status.
• Completes work orders using asset management tracking systems.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards.
• Attends staff meetings and safety training.
• Attends plant operation and maintenance training courses.
• Assists in corrective maintenance tasks incidental to the operation of mechanical or electrical systems.
• Logs measurements of operating high-pressure boilers, heat recovery boilers, heating hot water, and large chilled water production equipment.
• Maintains workspace in a clean and safe condition.
• Assists in repairing components on the energy management system.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience operating/monitoring HVAC/Power Generation equipment.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• Valid Class C Driver's license

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Some exposure to weather and physical hazards.

• Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards typical to central plants and utility distribution systems.

• May be required to work extended or rotating shifts.

• Lifting heavy objects and work in plant environment.

• General equipment used in allied trades

• Standard Office Equipment for basic computer access and e-mail

*This is a contract position through UTMB HealthCare Systems Staffing (HCSS), no benefits are associated with this position with the exception of the 401k retirement plan offered through HCSS.*

Compensation

• Hiring Range: $22.00