Position Title:

Job Description:

About the Position:

As a Building Equipment Operator, you will assist journeyman workers in maintaining and repairing city-owned buildings and facilities. Responsibilities include inspecting, servicing, and operating equipment such as boilers, chillers, compressors, and HVAC systems. You will help troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and assist with preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment. Tasks involve reading blueprints, monitoring gauges, and ensuring safety and cleanliness in work areas. The role may also require operating heavy equipment and responding to emergencies. This position demands physical strength, technical skills, and effective communication with team members and the public.

Position Salary Range:

$18.86/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of a journeyman worker in the speci­fied trade, performs general maintenance, repair, remodeling or new construction of city owned buildings or facilities. Inspects and services equipment such as boilers, chillers, compressors, elevators, steam systems, pumps, refrigerant use and management, air conditioners, swamp coolers, emergency power generators, fans and motors.

• Under the supervision of a journeyman worker, places equipment in operation, checks and records various gauges and instruments to maintain the proper level of water, oil and refrigerants, and to control system output.

• Under the supervision of a journeyman worker, repairs and ensures the proper operation of such systems as pneumatic, electric, hydraulic, and overhead doors; diagnosing problems, repairing equipment, and when necessary, rebuilding inoperative parts and equipment, using hand and power tools, brazing/mig and arc welding.

• Reads and interprets performance charts, control panels and blueprints which reflect the operation and layout of each piece of equipment in a system. Records all necessary information on equipment operation.

• Operates equipment and hand or power tools, and performs those tasks which may be required to complete projects, including preparation and clean up responsibilities. Inspects, services and calibrates controls for various electrical and pneumatic systems.

• Under the supervision of a journeyman worker, operates valves and controls to regulate services to designated areas.

• Ensures the work area conforms to the security and safety measures in effect for that particular facility. Practices good housekeeping.

• May operate heavy equipment, snow plows, blowers, backhoes, or other similar equipment as needed to perform the responsi­bilities of the position or in emergency situations. Lubricates machinery and equipment. Performs other preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and component parts such as fan belts, pump seals, filters, bearings, etc.

• Performs other related duties as required and responds to emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year construction, building maintenance, or building operation experience or one year of education related to building maintenance.

• Possession of a valid Utah State Commercial Drivers License, Class A or Class B may be required depending upon position.

• Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the trade specified.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, circuit diagrams, and various types of operations manuals.

• Ability to relate well with the general public, supervisors and fellow employees.

• Must be able to perform heavy labor, including lifting up to 75 pounds.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the operation and maintenance of electronic controls and refrigeration systems.

• May be able to obtain certificates or licenses in the performance of the craft or trade.

Working Conditions:

• Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium-to-heavy weights.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

• Unconventional working hours including long shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.

POSITION TYPE

Part-Time

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

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