Building Systems Technician

About the role

The Building Systems Technician position provides direct HVAC support to Park Nicollet Clinics and assigned projects to achieve corrective and preventive maintenance solutions through engineering initiatives, tools, and processes. The role ensures optimal efficiency and reliability of electrical, mechanical, automation, and other utility systems for all Park Nicollet Health Services (PNHS) clinic locations. The technician functions independently and collaborates with a team of coworkers and contractors to troubleshoot complex HVAC and control systems. They interface with and act as a liaison to a wide range of internal clients, including clinic staff, patients, and clinic leadership. The technician educates and advises facility occupants about system operations for comfort and safety, educates clinic leadership on decision implications, and makes recommendations based on experience and expertise. They understand the impact of operational decisions on comfort, safety, compliance, finance, and energy.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots issues with complex HVAC and controls systems.
• Interfaces with and acts as a liaison to a wide variety of internal clients, including clinic staff, patients, and clinic leadership.
• Educates and advises facility occupants regarding system operations for facility comfort and safety.
• Educates clinic leadership on decision implications and makes recommendations based upon experience and expertise.
• Understands the impact of operational decisions with respect to comfort, safety, compliance, finance, and energy.
• May exert some influence in the adoption of new maintenance systems or products by covering several of the following: ongoing maintenance, educating new products.
• Provides direct assistance to Supervisor/Manager with strategic operations of the clinic maintenance and works alongside the clinic staff to accomplish overall maintenance objectives.
• Provides a moderate amount of work direction to others to successfully accomplish work assignments.
• Participates in major projects, clearly communicates requirements from an operational perspective to the project team.

Requirements

• Experience operating building automation systems required.
• Licensure/Registration/Certification: Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the insurability requirements relating to Park Nicollet’s motor vehicle violation criteria (see attached addendum).
• Requires 2nd Class “C” Boilers License for the State of Minnesota.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC and electrical maintenance preferred.
• Experience in a maintenance lead role for five years or equivalent desired.
• Licensure/Registration/Certification: Power Limited Technician License desirable.
• Valid Refrigerant CFC Certification desirable.

Benefits

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic, and much more!

About Us

At HealthPartners, we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improves lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included, and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits

Designed To Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.