Physical Plant Operator - Citywide School Support, (SY 2025-2026)

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, operates and maintains various mechanical systems and equipment used to operate facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Operates and maintains Heating-Ventilation-Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems; checks mechanical systems operations, changes filters and belts, and lubricates components in accordance with manufacture, design, and operating procedures; reports operational irregularities and repair needs to supervisor. - Manages supplies for preventative plant maintenance; maintains proper service records. - Conducts scheduled and routine inspections, testing, and service of plant equipment; adjusts, repairs, and services equipment as required. - Creates work orders and reports as required or applicable for proper plant maintenance. - Performs chemical testing and treatment of boiler feed water systems and cooling tower condenser water systems; follows manufacturer’s directions for use and dilution of all chemicals and cleaning products. - Records daily readings or measurements of all major equipment. - Records daily readings or measures of all major equipment, including but not limited to air supply temperatures, water temperatures and pressures readings; documents and inspects for irregularities in reading recording data, reports equipment malfunctions, and performs actions as directed to correct abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations. - Performs maintenance repairs including, but not limited to belt and filter replacement, remove fan belt guards, remove, and lift condenser coil guards, lame replacement, and minor plumbing work. - Controls work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition. - Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries; reports security issues and illegal activities; performs office duties as needed. - Provides customer service as needed, responds to requests, and assists co-workers and visitors. - Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment - Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures. - Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND four (4) years of experience operating and maintaining boiler/chiller plants; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, & AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed indoors and outdoors at MPS facilities; requires constant physical efforts; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed including use of safety equipment; a job in this category may require walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and ability to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.