Central Utility Plant (CUP) Operator, Lead
Valiant Integrated Services · onevaliant.com
Fort IrwinLead / Manager
The job in short
Lead utility plant operation.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2019-03-08
- Location as listed
- Fort Irwin, CA - Weed Army Community Hospital, Fort Irwin, CA, US
- Role
- Technician (general)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Operates and maintains one or more systems which provide the medical facility with such services as heat, air-conditioning (cool, humidify, dehumidify, filter, and
circulate air), refrigeration, steam or high-temperature water or electricity.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Has management experience to provide leadership and training for the maintenance technicians.
• Directs and coordinates activities of technicians in performing tasks directly related to operating and maintaining the system or systems.
• Tours work areas, analyzes reports and proactively develops solutions prior to an escalation in problems
• Works with PM/CA and QCM/SSHO to develop performance standards, counsel employees on performance, and make formal and informal performance appraisals
• Maintain and provide a Refrigerant Management Plan as stated IAW EPA guidelines (will be CFC certified)
• Will oversee Building 392 plant operations and maintenance technicians; will attend pre-construction and work plan or design coordination meetings as required
• Performs troubleshooting, replacement, repair and preventative maintenance of HVAC/R and Building Automation Systems
• As Boiler Operator will perform touring duties; monitor the starting, stopping, and loading of equipment; check all operating equipment in the watch area every (2)
hours; record operating data in appropriate logs or records every (2) hours; provide adjustments at central control panel in response to change in operating conditions; and perform and record boiler water chemical test on each shift
• As BAS Operator will monitor all systems during normal hours (0700 – 1600)
Observing and interpreting readings on gauges, meters and charts which register various aspects of the system's operation, adjusting controls to insure safe
and efficient operation of the system and to meet demands for the service provided; recording in logs various aspects of the system's operation; keeping
the engines, machinery and equipment of the system in good working order.
• Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or to shut
down equipment
• Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication
• Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, recorders, and gauges, and cleaning or replacing burners or
other components
• Oils and lubricates equipment
• Performs water filtration tests and pours chemical additives, such as water softener, into treatment tank to prevent scale buildup and to clean boiler lines
• Records operation and maintenance actions taken during shift in operators logbook
• Will have experience and knowledge in troubleshooting, repair, programming, and other corrective maintenance and minor modifications on all systems and equipment
indicated above (HVAC/R, BAS)
• Working experience in TJC, OSHA, NFPA, EPA, & other related codes & standards and all employees must comply with all applicable ordinances, laws, or other requirements imposed by other state agencies, courts, or certain localities
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Journeyman’s license
• Should have a minimum of three years’ experience on mechanical systems in health care facilities.
• Will be licensed/certified by the appropriate state for his/her specific trade. A copy of the state/federal license or certification will be provided to the contract administrator and COR on site.
• Personnel handling refrigerants will be certified IAW EPA 608 refrigerant rules specified by the Clean Air Act & possess a Universal CFC license
• As Boiler Operator will be American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE) certified within 30 days of TO start date
• As BAS Operator will be OEM qualified and trained on all Energy Management and SCADA systems
• Will complete OSHA-30 upon which QCM/SSHO will assign CUP Operator, Lead as designated representative for safety
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• Will be sufficiently educated, trained, and experienced with a minimum of (3) years in required disciplines to provide proficient O&M services and maintain the facilities IAW Valiant and Government standards
QHSE REQUIREMENTS:
• Take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your actions or omissions.
• Observe and comply with company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies at all times.
• Conform to all Safety Instructions given by those with a higher responsibility for Health and Safety.
• Report all hazards, potential hazards or dangerous situations, including damaged or mislaid personal protective equipment to your supervisor or Safety Representative.
• Report Environmental impacts, anything that results in a change to the Environment as a result of Valiant’s activities, products or services.
• Participate in the achievement of Valiant’s QHSE objectives and targets, both those at departmental and company level.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
DIRECT REPORTS: YES
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must complete background checks and facility related training
• Will be required to possess valid state and facility licenses to operate a vehicle in the performance of their duties
• Shift: 0700 - 1600
CORE VALUES:
INTEGRITY - Honesty, Trust and Respect in every situation
EXCELLENCE - Performance, Effectiveness, Quality, and Safety in everything we do
INNOVATION - Embracing new ideas and best practice in every service that we provide
Valiant Integrated Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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