Building Operator - Henry Ford College : Job Details

HFC presents an opportunity for a Facilities Building Operator:

The Facilities Building Operator is responsible for efficient heating and cooling of college buildings and maintenance of all related equipment, including but not limited to air handling units, boilers, chillers, Variable Air Volume boxes, pneumatic equipment, pumps, motors, and gauges. The Building Operator is adept in commanding the College's HVAC equipment using a building automation system, performs minor plumbing repairs, is responsible for emergency shut down procedures, and operates equipment within the defined limits of the College's Integrated Energy Master Plan.

Two shifts available:

Monday to Friday - 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Monday to Friday - 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

* High school diploma/GED is required

* Valid Driver's License is required

* *High Pressure Boiler Operator's License issued by the City of Dearborn or equivalent

* *1st Class Refrigeration Engineer's License issued by the City of Dearborn or equivalent

* *Internal applicants training as a building operator at HFC may be considered prior to having completed all applicable licensing qualifications, provided they possess the license required for the immediate seasonal operations at the time of hire.

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following experience and competencies.

* Experience working in a physical plant.

* Experience with integrated energy management.

Additionally, the most successful candidate will have the following unique competencies:

Customer Experience - Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers including students, staff, and the community. Delivers high-quality services; is committed to continuous improvement.

Communication - Ability to carry out verbal and written directions and to effectively communicate to HFC stakeholders. Understanding and adherence to HFC policies and procedures.

Decisiveness - Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions.

Dependability and Reliability - Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance; rarely is late for meetings or appointments.

Facilities - Knowledge of the physical equipment and operational characteristics of a physical plant and related infrastructure, and safety and equipment designed to support Facilities activities.

Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.

Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.

Interpersonal Skills - Treats students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.

Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Reasoning - Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.

Self-Management - Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.

Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

* Monitors and operates College HVAC system within the defined limits of the College's Integrated Energy Master Plan.

* Maintains comprehensive knowledge of HFC mechanical systems (HAVC, plumbing, pneumatic, electrical) and utility infrastructure (pipes, conduits, valves, manholes, hydrants, vaults, poles, overhead wires, metering devices, and pressure regulators) for all HFC buildings (all campuses); maintains organized and readily available physical drawings and documentation for HFC Campus buildings and systems.

* Perform minor repairs and seasonal preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment, including but not limited to changing AHU filters, replacing worn belts and gaskets, cleaning coils, and greasing motors.

* Cleans mechanical areas, tunnels, and equipment rooms. Maintains clean, organized inventory of spare parts.

* Performs minor maintenance of miscellaneous equipment such as dishwashers, steamers, stoves, fryers, refrigerators, and freezers.

* Regularly inspects campus mechanical rooms and related equipment for proper operation; reports malfunction and/or disrepair to Engineer on duty ensuring the problem is reported and known to management.

* Responds to calls for service and completes CMMS generated work orders as assigned.

* Maintains through knowledge of campus equipment and infrastructure, can locate facilities documentation on related duties upon request.

* Maintains current, comprehensive understanding of emergency procedures (e.g. flooding, power outages) and ensuring care of College HVAC and mechanical equipment in such instances.

* Performs boiler and refrigeration system water tests as required by the Health and Safety Engineer and adjusts chemicals, as directed.

* Perform other related duties as assigned.

While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, this position description is not meant to be all inclusive. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical DemandsNot ApplicableOccasionally: 66%/daySitting X Standing XPushing XPulling XClimbing X Reaching XWalking XLifting 50 lbs. X Kneeling X Twisting

X Stooping X Other

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