University of Nebraska Medical Center

Utility Operator II
Job Description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and proper operation of all equipment associated with utility plant and distribution system serving the UNMC/Neb Med campus. Starts, 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 for the operation and monitoring of the 13.8 KV and 5KV electrical distribution system serving the UNMC/Neb Med campus. Directs the activities and provides training to the Utility Operator I. Performs preventative and routine maintenance as assigned.

Additional Info

About Us:

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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:

  • High School education or GED
  • 2 years experience in operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers and related equipment to include fundamental knowledge of industrial plant chilled water, steam, and electrical systems.
  • Valid motor vehicle operator's license
  • Valid City of Omaha 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Grade Stationary Engineer license

 

Will consider two years post high school education in a related vocational technical trade program/related experience.

 

  • Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts
  • Demonstrated mechanical and operational aptitude
  • Demonstrated ability to operate industrial or commercial control systems.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Relevant coursework/specialized training with a technical school, trade school, community college, apprenticeship program, and/or related education program.
  • May be required to wear a respirator.
  • Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Word,Microsoft Outlook

Compliance Requirements:

  • Physical Exam
  • Background Check
  • Driver's License
  • Education Credentials Check

 

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1104
Campus Label:  University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
Org Unit:  FMP-Utilities UNMC
Job Location:  Omaha, NE 68198
Application Review Date:  10/2/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $25.865 - $41.394
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

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

 

Posting Start Date:  9/26/25