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Position will remain open until filled.\nThis position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of DePauw’s building systems. This position operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and performs preventive maintenance on systems such as HVAC, lighting, domestic water, fire protection, security, and irrigation systems within campus buildings and grounds, leveraging the building automation system (BAS) and other available control systems. The position ensures that campus systems are functioning and performing properly for building clients and the campus community.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nMonitors performance and function of buildings systems and makes operational adjustments, as required\nPerforms troubleshooting of systems and equipment and makes operational adjustments to maintain equipment/system performance for campus buildings and clients\nIdentifies and clarifies any required system or equipment repairs (corrective maintenance) for maintenance resources to address\nPerforms basic preventive and predictive maintenance activities on system equipment and trends data to specify corrective maintenance scope and frequency \nUtilizes BAS to set building HVAC, lighting, and security schedules to coincide with published building operational schedules\nUses BAS to adjust building system operation (environmental control setpoints, lighting scenes, etc.)\nMonitors and adjusts water chemistry for campus closed loop systems\nPerforms operator inspection rounds and performance monitoring for critical system components, such as chillers, boilers, and cooling towers\nPrepares operational and asset reports to document asset performance and condition\nOther duties as assigned. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS\nAccountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.\nCommunication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.\nCommunication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.\nDetail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.\nDiversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences, encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders, including being mindful of experiences related, but not limited to: age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, LGBTQ, and/or job type.\nInterpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.\nInitiative - Ability of the individual to act and take steps to solve or settle an issue.\nOrganized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.\nReliability - Ability to be dependable and trustworthy.\nSafety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and uphold safety standards.\nSelf-Motivated - Ability of the individual to reach a goal or perform a task with little supervision or direction.\nSystems Analysis - Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.\nTeam Builder - Ability to help ensure that team members are invested in team activities and decisions, and that the team works together to achieve a goal.\nTechnical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.\nTime Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.\nSKILLS & ABILITIES\nEducation: \nMinimum of High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) is required.\nVocational training and/or a degree in mechanical or electrical technology is preferred. Experience:\nMinimum three (3) years current related experience in commercial, residential, or industrial mechanical and/or electrical systems required.\nDemonstrated working knowledge of commercial building automation systems, controls, systems sequences of operation is preferred. \nFamiliarization with critical commercial building infrastructure such as chillers, boilers, cooling towers, transformers, generators, etc. is preferred. Communication/Language:\nAbility to read, listen to and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence. Excellent oral communication skills are required. Math Ability:\nAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.\nComputer Skills\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, G-Mail, Google, and Outlook.\nFamiliarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).\nFamiliarization with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and controls.\nAbility to learn and effectively use ADP time keeping system. Certificates & Licenses:\nValid United States driver’s license required.\nOther Requirements\nAbility to demonstrate a systems based approach to troubleshooting and problem solving. \nWorking knowledge of HVAC sequence of operations documents.\nAbility to read and interpret building system schematics and drawings. \nAbility to communicate effectively within leadership, other technicians, and client audiences.\nAbility to produce a quality work product in a prompt, safe and efficient manner.\nStrong customer service skills.\nAbility to problem solve.\nAbility to work without supervision and shifting work priorities; deal appropriately with multiple deadlines.\nAbility to maintain regular and reliable attendance.\nWillingness to seek out and work with peers to determine and apply best practices.\nDemonstrated capability to handle competing priorities in a complex environment and communicate progress against project requirements.\nMust be willing to work in as a team member in a broader institutional setting to achieve divisional goals and objectives.\nPossesses a commitment to the values associated with a nationally respected, liberal arts educational environment.\nAttend training sessions and/or seminars to maintain or enhance skills that may be required for the successful operation of Facilities Management.\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nPhysical Demands Lift/Carry\nStand F (Frequently)\nWalk C (Constantly)\nSit O (Occasionally)\nHandling / Fingering O (Occasionally)\nReach Outward C (Constantly)\nReach Above Shoulder C (Constantly)\nClimb O (Occasionally)\nCrawl O (Occasionally)\nSquat or Kneel O (Occasionally)\nBend O (Occasionally)\nSpeak F (Frequently)\n10 lbs or less F (Frequently)\n11-20 lbs F (Frequently)\n21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)\n51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)\nOver 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)\nPush/Pull\n12 lbs or less F (Frequently)\n13-25 lbs F (Frequently)\n26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)\n41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)\nN (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.\nO (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)\nF (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)\nC (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)\nOther Physical Requirements:\nVision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception, Color)\nHearing (Auditory perception, or audition)\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\nWorking in and around university buildings. Exposure to hazardous conditions includes working with electricity, chemicals, hot water, low pressure steam, natural gas, and working from heights.\nWe are proud to recognize the active participation of faculty and staff in adding to the heritage of building and supporting vibrant, intellectual and creative lives for students and for ourselves. Principles of collaboration, respect for each other, diversity, freedom of expression, accountability and service guide the daily decisions and interactions across campus.\nDePauw University, in affirmation of its commitment to excellence, endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring, promotion, compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring, promotion, compensation and admission will be based upon a person’s qualifications and/or performance without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, gender identity or gender expression, except where religion, gender, or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.\nDePauw University’s goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence, DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local, state, and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits, hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.\nEmployee Benefits Overview\nThere are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.\nFor full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance. Basic Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their dependents. Additional voluntary benefits, Tuition Remission and Exchange, as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. See the Benefits Hub.\nAll employees may participate in the retirement savings plan, as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.\nAt DePauw, we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies for Vacation Time, Personal Time (hourly) and Sick Time policies in the Employee Handbook for more information on these and other benefits. When you need support, the Cigna Employee Assistance benefit is available to all employees and their households.\nENJOY ACCESS TO THE AMAZING FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS DEPAUW UNIVERSITY HAS TO OFFER, SUCH AS:\nWelch Fitness Center and wellness classes\nIndoor Tennis and Track Center\nUniversity Libraries\nPeeler art galleries\nGreen Center for the Performing Arts events and programs\nUbben lecture series\nFree athletic events\nBookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts\nEmployee discounted meal plan\nFree parking\nNature park, including walking and biking trails\nPersonal duplicating and printing discounts\nEEO is the law. 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