Water System Specialist FT 1st St Lukes Med Ctr Milw

Responsibilities

Manage ASHRAE 188–compliant water management programs, including policy enforcement and administrative documentation using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS); Provide direct support for regulatory surveys, including inspector interviews, documentation retrieval, and site visits to demonstrate compliance with water management requirements; Coordinate bacterial testing and response protocols enterprise-wide to ensure records are maintained and corrective actions are executed; Compile and analyze water chemistry and biological testing results for cooling towers, boilers, and closed-loop systems; Monitor operations and state-mandated compliance testing for domestic water supplemental disinfection systems; Maintain site policies, safety documentation, and task records within digital management platforms; Manage vendor relationships to ensure accountability, including scheduling, billing oversight, and facilitation of stakeholder meetings; Track and analyze water meter data to identify trends and support water conservation and energy-efficiency initiatives; Prepare written and verbal reports summarizing compliance metrics, testing results, and trends for quarterly safety and business reviews; Travel to enterprise sites (approximately 10% of workdays) across Wisconsin, Illinois, North Carolina, and Georgia to conduct onsite water system walkthroughs and assessments

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field; Valid U.S. Driver’s License; Minimum 1 year of experience in project management and database management; Minimum 1 year of experience conducting data analysis and interpretation, including development of graphical reports for large datasets; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive); Ability to perform basic arithmetic, algebra, and water engineering calculations (e.g., concentrations, dosages, volumes); Basic knowledge of analytical chemistry and biological culture analysis; Strong data interpretation skills and ability to determine best practices based on technical information and trends; Effective public speaking and communication skills, including leading meetings and presenting to large groups

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree or higher in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering; ASSE/IAPMO 12080 Certified Legionella Safety Personnel (or obtained within one year of hire); Certified non-transient, non-community public water supply operator in Wisconsin and Illinois; 2–5 years of experience in project management, database management, and analytical chemistry or microbiological analysis; 2–5 years of experience developing and administering ASHRAE 188–compliant water management programs in healthcare; 2–5 years of experience with chemical water treatment for boilers, cooling towers, and closed-loop systems; Experience interpreting industry standards and regulations (e.g., ASHRAE 188, CMS Memo 17-30, AAMI 108, AWWA C651, Clean Water Act); Experience designing, operating, or evaluating supplemental water disinfection systems; Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory language and complex technical information; Knowledge of building plumbing design and mechanical water systems, including ability to read plumbing diagrams; Understanding of water chemistry principles and microbiological processes; Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Benefits

Base compensation included in pay range; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program