UNIV - Energy Management Technician - Facilities Response Center

Job Description Summary

The Energy Management Technician reports to the Energy Management Trades Manager working in the Facilities Response Center (FRC). Under limited supervision from the Energy Management Trades Manager, the Energy Management Technician is responsible for receiving maintenance requests and trouble calls from across the campus as well as monitoring and operation of the campus building controls systems and monitoring of campus fire alarm systems. The FRC operates 24 hours/day and this position requires working various shifts to cover operation schedules. During emergency utility outages and other emergency situations, may make decisions which have a direct effect on hospital patient life safety, research, and lab animal welfare. Performs other related and unrelated duties as required.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Classified

Cost Center

CC001179 Facilities Response Center (FRC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

38,985.00 - 55,559.50 - 72,134.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Energy Management Technician reports to the Energy Management Trades Manager working in the Facilities Response Center (FRC). Under limited supervision from the Energy Management Trades Manager, the Energy Management Technician is responsible for receiving maintenance requests and trouble calls from across the campus as well as monitoring and operation of the campus building controls systems and monitoring of campus fire alarm systems. The FRC operates 24 hours/day and this position requires working various shifts to cover operation schedules. During emergency utility outages and other emergency situations, may make decisions which have a direct effect on hospital patient life safety, research, and lab animal welfare. Performs other related and unrelated duties as required.

Job Responsibilities:

30% - Continuously monitor and serve as Control System Operator for University and Hospital JCI Metasys building control systems.  Act on system alarms and interact with field technicians to resolve issues and maintain operations.

 

30% - Serve as FRC operator answering facilities related telephone calls from across the campus and respond by making corrective actions in Metasys and/or generating appropriate work orders within the work order system for response by shops.

 

20% - Monitor central reporting of campus fire alarm systems and notify personnel for emergency response in the event of an alarm.  Coordinate radio communications during response to alarms.    

 

20% - Follow published Engineering & Facilities department standard operating policies and procedures for consistent and effective operation of the FRC.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Some positions require a commercial driver's license. Some positions require EPA-approved freon recovery certification. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Continuous) Ability to climb. (Continuous) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Continuous) Ability to work below ground. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Continuous) Ability to bend. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent) Possess good grip strength. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, assisted. (Frequent) Ability to carry objects on plane, on ladders, up stairs, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull equipment carts. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to operate winches, come-alongs, jacks, etc. (Continuous) Possess maintain dexterity in order to use hand tools, both manual and powered. (Continuous) Ability to qualify physically for respirator use. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Ability to obtain and maintain EPA Approved Freon recovery certification.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees