Systems Control Operator (Staff Wage)

The Department of Facilities Management is seeking multiple Systems Control Operators to remotely monitor and manage critical systems across the University, including building fire alarms and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems. The Systems Control Operator plays a key role in responding to both emergency and non-emergency situations, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and integrity of building automation, energy management, and fire and life safety systems. This position requires strong decision-making skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and the ability to work independently while keeping supervisors informed of any significant issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruct, guide, and train Systems Control Assistants in Control Center operations.

• Work independently but immediately escalate critical issues or system malfunctions to the supervisor.

• Receive and prioritize work requests and dispatch responders accordingly.

• Ensure that all system issues are promptly addressed and resolved.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date reports, logs, and records of shift activities, ensuring all documentation is clear, legible, and complete..

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029 .

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter. Search on requisition number: R0067502.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu .

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: Two years of experience in analyzing and troubleshooting technical systems.
Licensure: None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.