WATER TREATMENT MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST-FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist - Facilities Management

Arizona State University

FDM FM Tempe Zone D

Campus: Tempe

68485BR

Job Description

Facilities Management seeks a Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist to operate and repair water treatment equipment and/or systems for the Tempe campus.

Salary Range

To be determined, ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona

Close Date

21-June-2021 is the initial close date. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed every week until filled.

Essential Duties

·       Test and analyze water samples to maintain proper chemical levels in boilers, cooling towers and chilled and heating water systems.

·       Replace defective parts or install new control devices to maintain quality of water treatment.  

·       Inspect, disassemble and repair damaged or malfunctioning control devices for water distribution systems. 

·       Repair and maintain pumps, meters, hoses, filters, plumbing parts, chemical distribution systems and related equipment.  

·       Maintains records and databases utilizing the work order system, MS Word and Excel for all water tests. 

·       Operate and maintain reverse osmosis units to purify and treat water used in research laboratories. 

·       Inventory and store chemical products.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of general maintenance experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications

Two years’ experience in conducting analysis and testing of water samples (i.e. pH, alkalinity, chlorine residual, turbidity, bacteria, dissolved oxygen, hardness, and color).  

Experience in: 

·       Making appropriate changes to chemical feed rates from results of tests to maintain high quality water for boilers, towers and chilled and heating water systems

·       Operation of reverse osmosis unit

·       Maintaining records/databases

·       Operation of forklift

·       Customer service

Demonstrated knowledge of: 

·       Lab safety procedures

·       MS Word and Excel

·       Work order systems (Web TMA)

Evidence of effective communication skills 

Working Environment

Utilize hand and/or power tools. Climb stairs and ladders. Activities performed in a variety of interior and exterior settings involving restricted movement, low lighting, dirty environmental conditions, air contamination, extreme temperatures, intense noise and exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials. Required to walk and stand for varying lengths of time and travel moderate distances to perform work. Ability to push and/or pull approximately 100 pounds of weight loaded on wheeled dolly or maintenance carts to transport tools and equipment throughout campus to job site. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 pounds. Drive University vehicles and/or carts.

May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and includes the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday; 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Department Statement

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package at very competitive rates to enhance the total compensation of its faculty and staff. This package includes low-cost health and life benefits to insure you and your family, a wellness program for preventative health education and screenings, a disability and leaves program for income protection, employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services, access to world-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates, disability resources for Americans with Disabilities (ADA), a retirement program with a variety of retiree benefits to ensure your financial security at the end of your career, paid vacation and holidays – and more. For more information, please visit the Office of Human Resources, Benefits website, at  https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits

ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a significant part of your overall total compensation – and ASU pays for most of it when you are a benefits-eligible employee.   https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator

For more reasons to join ASU, please visit: https://cfo.asu.edu/why-work-asu

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Tempe campus, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd). 

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include audiogram, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/relocation-services.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview.  

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

To apply please go to www.asu.edu/asujobs/ see Req Id# 68485BR or go directly to: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25620&siteid=5494&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=4268470