Apply now
Job no: 495509
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: Pensacola - Main Campus
Categories: Staff, Utility Operations
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 1-850-474-2694 (voice) or 1-850-857-6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
Position Number: | 103840 |
Position Title (Classification Title): | HVAC Specialist 103840 |
Working Title: | Utility Plant Operator |
Job Summary: | The HVAC Specialist provides operational maintenance support for the Utility and Water/Wastewater Systems Operations. Develops schedule and implements routine and preventive maintenance of Utility systems equipment and systems per manufacturers' recommendations on a daily, monthly, annual and five-year basis. Maintains effective communication and contact with utilities support staff, other campus support staff and campus users with an emphasis on the operation and maintenance mission as a customer service organization. Provides support for daily operations and maintenance activities of the university's utility plant and distribution systems that directly impact the quality and quantity of drinking water and sanitary sewer effluent. |
Department | Utility Operations |
FLSA: | Non-Exempt |
Minimum Qualifications: | Provides support to Water/Wastewater Lead Operator for drinking water, sanitary sewer, storm water management and swimming pool systems. Performs other duties as required. Provides support to maintain effective communication and contact with Florida Department of Environmental Protection(DEP), Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) and Florida Department of Health(DOH). |
Position Qualifications: | Understand and be able to manage computerized work order (TMA) and building automation systems. Knowledge of programming and operation of Siemens and/or Trane building automation systems. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Programs (EXCEL, WORD and MS Project) and Gmail. Reading and interpretation of construction drawings, construction specifications, wiring diagrams, controls schematics and equipment sequence of operation. Plan, organize and schedule work assignments. Well developed time management skills. Work well in a team environment. Well developed interpersonal skills. Well developed written and oral communication skills. Maintain a valid Florida driver's license. Experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of: Air Compressors Back Flow Preventers Boilers (>500,000 BTU per Hour Input) Chillers (Water Cooled and Water Cooled) Chilled Water Chemical Treatment Equipment Chilled Water Pumps Chilled Water Pumps Motors Compressed Air Dryers Cooling Towers Cooling Tower Fans Cooling Tower Fan Gear Drive Cooling Tower Water Chemical Treatment Equipment Cooling Tower Water Pumps Cooling Tower Water Pumps Motors Cooling Tower Fan Motors Electrical Transformers Electrical Switchgear (High and Low Voltage) Expansion Tanks Ground Water Pumps Ground Water Pump Motors Heating Hot Water Chemical Treatment Equipment Heating Hot Water Pumps Heating Hot Water Pumps Motors Motor Control Centers Drinking Water Sampling Stations Pressure relief valves Sewer Lift Station Pumps Sewer Lift Station Pumps Motors Standby Electric Generators |
Preferred Qualifications | The position will require strong experience in the operation and maintenance functions required by a central utilities plant. Must be well organized Must be able to manage a computerized work order system. Must have strong interpersonal skills |
Essential Functions / Job Duties: |
|
Physical Demands: |
|
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job: |
This position requires fingerprinting. This position requires a criminal background screen. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. This position requires a valid driver's license. |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Work Hours | Rotating Shift |
FTE | 1.0 |
Salary Range | $33,940 |
Pay Basis | Annually |
Closing Date: | 05/22/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu. This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Section 295.07, F.S.; applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation on or before the posting deadline date as such documentation is required for eligibility determination. Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. For information on obtaining a DD214, visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272. At the conclusion of this search, if a non-preference eligible applicant is appointed to the position and you are a preference-eligible applicant and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, a written complaint requesting an investigation may be submitted to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Blvd., Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708. Such complaint should be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice the position has been filled is received by the applicant pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, F.S. Prior to filing a complaint, it is the responsibility of the preference-eligible applicant to contact the designated Human Resources or other contact person at least one time after 45 days have passed from the final date for submitting an application or the interview date, whichever is later in time, if the applicant has not received notice of a hiring decision. |
Advertised:
Applications close:
11000 University Parkway
Building 20E, Room 117
Pensacola, FL 32514
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.