Utility Operator I
Job Description
Job 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.
About Us:
To learn more about the University of Nebraska, visit the sites below.
University of Nebraska Strategic Plan “Odyssey to Extraordinary” https://nebraska.edu/strategic-plan
Get to know Nebraska https://nebraska.edu/get-to-know-nebraska
University of Nebraska Medical Center Campus https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/index.html and https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/facts.html
University of Nebraska Faculty & Staff Benefits https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff
Required Qualifications:
Required Education:High School education or GED
Type of Required Education:
Required Experience:Less than 1 year
Type of Required Experience:
Required License/Certification:
Equivalency Statement:
Required Knowlege, Skills, Abilities:
Required Computer Applications:Not Applicable
Required other Computer Applications:
Type of Required Education:
NA
Required Experience:Less than 1 year
Type of Required Experience:
Experience with building services, maintenance, industrial or related.
Required License/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
Equivalency Statement:
Will consider related post high school education in lieu of required experience.
Required Knowlege, Skills, Abilities:
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts Demonstrated mechanical and operational aptitude
Required Computer Applications:Not Applicable
Required other Computer Applications:
NA
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education:Relevant coursework/specialized training
Type of Preferred Education:
Type of Preferred Experience:
Preferred License/Certification:
Preferred Knowlege, Skills, Abilities:
Preferred Computer Applications:Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Word,Microsoft Outlook
Preferred other Computer Applications:
Type of Preferred Education:
- Technical School, Trade School, Community College, Apprenticeship Program and/or related Education Program.
Type of 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/Certification:
- A valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license
Preferred Knowlege, Skills, Abilities:
- May be required to wear a respirator.
Preferred Computer Applications:Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Word,Microsoft Outlook
Preferred other Computer Applications:
NA
Compliance Requirements:
Compliance Requirements:
Physical Exam
Drug Screen
Background Check
Driver's License
Education Credentials Check
Other Compliance:n/a
Occupation Health Requirements:
Hearing Exam
Additional Information:
Information at a Glance
Req Id:
1449
Campus Name:
University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
Org Unit:
FMP-Utilities UNMC
Job Location:
Omaha, NE 68198
Application Review Date:
10/22/25
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Advertised Salary:
$21.683 - $32.548/hourly
Job Type:
Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:
On-site
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
jobs@unmc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:
n/a
Posting Start Date:
10/17/25