Operations & Maintenance Specialist (Austin Facilities Management)

About the position

The Operations & Maintenance Specialist directly operates and maintains the Mission Critical systems required to achieve the Building Services service level agreement for the Combined Transportation, Emergency & Communications ( CTECC ) facility. The CTECC is a Mission Critical facility that is required to function, within design specifications, 24×7×365. Building Services service agreement with CTECC is to provide electricity, chilled water, and Mission Critical Facility services to internal partners ( TXDOT , Capital Metro, Travis County, and City of Austin) as well as external customers (911 users). The facility must meet 99.999% reliability measures, meet the Mission Critical Equipment specifications, and be reliable (24×7×365) with respect to delivering these commodities. The Operations & Maintenance Specialist requires an extensive broad knowledge base over multiple crafts i.e. electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and general building maintenance. This position will provide first line response to Mission Critical equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and ensuring occupant service requirements are met. Additionally, this position participates in a rotating On-Call program to fulfill the 24×7×365 coverage component required by the nature of the facility.

Responsibilities

  • Installs, tests, debugs, and repairs complex utility equipment.
  • Calibrates sensors, controllers, and meters.
  • Enters data into computerized and/or manual maintenance systems.
  • Records data on appropriate forms, logs, etc.
  • Starts up/shuts down diesel generator units.
  • Operates mechanical screens.
  • Monitors operation of equipment and machinery in work area.
  • Reads gauges and meters.
  • Checks, cleans, and services equipment pumps, power tools, etc.
  • Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and/or needed maintenance.
  • Turns on/off valve with valve wrench.
  • Operates centrifuge, generator, turbine, and/or auxiliary equipment.
  • Sets up and operates sump and/or other pumps.
  • Cleans tanks, feeds chemicals, etc.
  • Repairs, services, and installs components of the boiler, turbine, generator, HVAC, electrical, uninterruptible power supply, or auxiliary systems of a utility facility, power, steam, or chiller operation.
  • Performs preventive maintenance activities on utility equipment per specification(s).
  • Plans work and identifies necessary resources (tools, equipment, parts, labor).
  • Performs mechanical alignments for rotating equipment and their drivers.
  • Troubleshoots mechanical systems and/or equipment, sometimes within critical infrastructure.
  • Disassembles and reassembles complex mechanical components.
  • Determines close tolerance fit of associated parts.
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to function in a high stress environment
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all Mission Critical and non-critical systems (Ex: Fire Suppression, HVAC , electrical, UPS , emergency generators) with a primary initial focus on Electrical systems.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (4) years of experience in a field related to the installation, operation, and/or maintenance of a utility facility power, steam, or chiller operation.
  • Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
  • Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.
  • Moderate bending, lifting, walking, carrying, climbing ladders, and using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
  • Must be able to work a varying shift work schedule.
  • Must be able to work in confined areas.
  • Must be able to work on elevated structures.
  • Must be able to work under emergency and all weather conditions.
  • Must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems ( CJIS ) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
  • Knowledge of basic methods, equipment, tools, and materials involved in the maintenance and repair of large equipment.
  • Knowledge of safety rules, codes, and regulations applicable when working on or near energized electrical systems, steam systems, and high-pressure water systems.
  • Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures for removing equipment from service for maintenance.
  • Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment.
  • Knowledge of operating procedures for firing and maintaining pressure on high-pressure steam boilers and of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary equipment.
  • Knowledge of boiler feed water chemical treatment and control.
  • Knowledge of pressure, temperature, water level, and other types of indicating instruments used in operation of high-pressure boilers.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining excellent communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
  • Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
  • Skill in control procedures for operating auxiliary equipment.
  • Ability to make accurate gauge readings.
  • Ability to reference/interpret manual sufficient to perform job tasks.
  • Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards in the COA Driver Safety Program.
  • Ability to drive, inspect, and maintain various electric utility vehicles.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with Mission Critical equipment Operations & Maintenance.
  • Previous experience with 24x7x365 facility support including “On Call” experience.
  • Experience with air cooled chillers.
  • Experience with HVAC systems

Benefits

  • generous leave
  • work-life balance programs
  • extensive benefits
  • City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
  • wellness programs
  • on-site fitness centers
  • mental health support
  • professional development
  • leadership opportunities
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