Utility Operator I

Requisition Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO

Statement:

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number:

Staff_14718 Department FMP-Utilities 50000772 Business Unit Business & Finance Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule As directed by supervisor Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary This position is responsible for basic safety, efficient, and proper operation of all equipment associated with utility plant and distribution system serving the UNMC/Neb Med campus. Operates, and shuts down boilers and their auxiliaries, chillers and their auxiliaries, generators and their auxiliaries, and all other necessary plant equipment from a central control room. Responsible for the operation and monitoring of the 13.8 KV and 5KV electrical distribution system serving the UNMC/Neb Med campus. Performs preventative and routine maintenance as assigned. Position Details Additional Information Posting Category Operations Working Title Utility Operator I Job Title Facilities Associate (Skilled) Salary Grade FP15H Appointment Type

C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY

Salary Range $21.683 - $32.548/hourly Job Requisition Begin Date 04/30/2026 Application Review Date 05/07/2026

Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education:

High School education or equivalent If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (

NOTE:

Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) (Will consider related post high school education in lieu of required experience) Required Experience Less than 1 year If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: Experience with building services, maintenance, industrial or related. (Will consider related post high school education in lieu of required experience) Required License Yes If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Valid motor vehicle operator's license Required to obtain a valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license within two and one half years

Required Computer Applications:

Not Applicable Required Other Computer Applications:

NA Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts Demonstrated mechanical and operational aptitude

Preferred Education:

Relevant coursework/specialized training or equivalent If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: Technical School, Trade School, Community College, Apprenticeship Program and/or related Education Program.

Preferred Experience:

Operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers and related equipment. Fundamental knowledge of industrial plant chilled water, steam, and electrical systems Two years experience working with industrial equipment in either operations or maintenance.

Preferred License:

Yes If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: A valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license

Preferred Computer Applications:

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook Preferred Other Computer Applications:

NA Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

May be required to wear a respirator.

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