University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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Job TitleFacilities Outage CoordinatorRequisition NumberRE52742Working TitleDepartment Name3CM00:Medical Center Physical PlantWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsStanding or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion.
May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or weather and temperature extremes while reviewing a job site(s) or traveling to/from various job sites.
May require climbing ladders to roof-top elevations.Shift8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday)
UK HealthCare operates on a 24/7 – 365 basis, and hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and/or crisis management requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.Job SummaryThe
Facilities Outage Coordinator provides assistance as directed by the Facilities Outage Superintendent in the coordination and oversight of scheduled Facilities and Utilities Outages. The person in this position:
- Oversees any services provided by an outside source or manufactured in-house, which facilitate building operations (e.g., gas, water, electricity, fire suppression water, fi re alarm systems, etc.) for Facilities Management Medical Center
- Reviews with ‘requester’, workforce member or authorized designee to input or generate utility outage requests in the utility outage system, and to clearly define the full scope of tasks to be completed during an outage
- Estimates time, materials and staffing
- Collects and captures all data associated with the requisition and completion of a planned utility outage
- Investigates related systems to be isolated by reviewing facilities’ files and/or as-builds
- Compiles all information and verifies in the field to confirm and document the impact and scope of the utility outage
- Coordinates best time frame for outage with customers, end-users, affected parties, contractors, et al.
- Coordinates with managers, supervisors, superintendents, infection control, hospital safety, security, engineering controls, administration, emergency transport, campus utilities, campus heating/cooling, and parking
- May send the final notification of approval, including date/time and pertinent details, to appropriate customers and clients affected by an outage as directed by the Superintendent.
In addition, this position:
- Is charged with overseeing utility outage executions, including any source of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, or other energy
- Follows a plan of action to accomplish specific tasks
- Develops an alternate means of operation during an outage, if needed
- Maintains time schedules and addresses any situation(s) which may arise due to the outage
- Assists in providing direction and coordination to resolve any issues
- Coordinates with all stakeholders, including Facilities Management staff, contractors, and vendors participating in the planning, implementation, and execution of a utility outage
- Keeps Superintendent, management, and other concerned parities informed of outages scheduled, in-process, and completed
- Serves as point-of-contact, 24/7, for all contractors for emergency or unscheduled outages
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows/Outlook; KRONOS; SAP; Tridium
Minimum of four (4) years related facilities maintenance including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, and repair; Knowledge of building and construction materials, meth.
Driver’s License – PreferredDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree + 4 Years – Preferred
Associate’s Degree + 6 Years
High School Diploma + 8 YearsDeadline to Apply01/14/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Which best represents your experience using SAP?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Describe what motivates you.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this position.
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* How many years of experience do you have working in an environment where job safety precautions were followed daily?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Describe your approach to problems which require critical thinking.
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents Resume
Optional Documents Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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