Utilities Specialist III

Facilities and Business Operations:

The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

Please visit us at: https://fs.ucf.edu/ or Facebook and Instagram: UCF Facilities

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Utilities and Engineering team dedicated to ensuring the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of our utility metering systems. As a Utilities Specialist III, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing natural gas, potable water, sewer, and reclaim metering systems to meet regulatory standards and ensure precise measurement of resources.

Responsibilities:

• Perform planned scheduled work orders for general and preventative maintenance, including removal, repair, and installation of commodity metering systems.

• Plan, select, size, and configure metering components according to engineering requirements and department standards.

• Conduct general maintenance tasks such as painting, priming, and sanding for asset protection and safety.

• Review daily metering system notifications, troubleshoot issues, and ensure accurate data collection.

• Coordinate with third-party vendors for meter maintenance and replacement schedules, establishing best practices.

• Analyze historical data to preventively assess and correct metering errors/failures.

• Assist with technical support and troubleshooting of smart grid system hardware as needed.

• Utilize specialized equipment for detecting leaks and evaluating metering accuracy.

• Document and maintain meter worksheets, inventory files, calibration sheets, and test results.

• Respond to utility emergencies as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in technical applications for business, including remote desktop, Microsoft Excel, and various communication technologies.

• Strong management skills, including planning, organizing, and controlling fieldwork.

• Ability to work in confined spaces and assist with installations according to Utilities Standards.

Health Assessment Required:  

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Two (2) professional references from current or previous supervisor/manager.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is an auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

A Level II Fingerprint Background Check is required as part of the pre-employment process.

If you are selected as the final candidate for employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here .

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

Facilities and Safety F&S - Utilities and Energy Services

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$56,030.00 to $68,632.56

Job Posting End Date

06-06-2024-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.