Building Engineer 3

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

(1) Physical Plant Operations & Maintenance- Working closely with the Assistant Chief Engineer, this position contributes to the development and implementation of maintenance/ infrastructure related programs of our Global Headquarters (HQ) location. This is a high-rise, class A, commercial office tower in downtown Cleveland.

• Efficiently operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the major systems and related equipment in the facility including the following: BAS, chiller plant, boiler plant, cooling tower, chemical stations, air handlers, heat pumps, domestic water pumps, fire pumps, diesel generators, electrical distribution systems, and life safety equipment.
• Perform daily rounds and equipment inspections in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provide support and respond quickly to property emergencies and equipment issues. Notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocols. This includes after hours and weekends.
• Perform a wide variety of preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, work orders, direct response, and supporting tasks that compliment daily site operations.
• Perform all work according to code and safety regulations.
• Communicate concise and detailed information regarding the operational status of the major facility systems each day, while providing ideas and solutions.
• Prepare and complete department work orders and paperwork for maintenance or repairs.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Maintain positive working relationships with security, EHS, and other key stakeholders.

(2) Building Systems and Technology- Maintain expert level proficiency in all building systems, including Building Automation Systems (BAS), Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Fire/ Life Safety Systems, and Lighting/ Automatic Shades.

• Utilize the full capabilities of facilities technology.
• Work with skilled trade contractors in the continual improvement and streamlining of the operation and utilization of the BAS and CMMS systems.
• Analyze and interpret system metrics and data for the continual fine tuning of equipment to ensure optimum efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure systems software and programming are up to date and maintained.
• Respond to and appropriately prioritize site alarms.

(3) Project involvement:

• Support the Assistant Chief and Chief Engineer with the identification of future facility needs.
• Assist with gathering and interpreting field data that contributes to the decision-making process.
• Keep abreast of the latest technical updates and relevant trends that potentially impact the success of projects.

Job duties include contact with other employees, operating heavy machinery, and access to proprietary information, raw materials, finished merchandise, and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Companys staff, employees, and vendors.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of a comprehensive training program focusing on the collective Building Trades including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical theory, hydronic heating systems, BAS, CMMS, plumbing, carpentry, and general mechanical skills: or related experience.
• Universal refrigeration 608 certification.

Preferred:

• Diploma or Certification from a Technical School focusing on one or more of the building trades.
• Professional trade organization involvement and designations.
• Boiler certifications.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance, facility engineering, operations, or related technical field.
• Advanced knowledge and with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems.
• Expert in the use of test instruments, multi meters, power tools, and hand tools.
• Calm and measured when responding to emergency and high stress situations such as power outages, major equipment failures, and safety situations.
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical diagrams, electrical schematics, and detailed operation manuals.
• Ability to effectively use modern maintenance and office software.
• Have a high degree of professionalism, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Advanced and diverse BAS knowledge and experience.
• Advanced experience with auto shade and lighting controls.

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• HVACR theory and hands on experience.
• Electrical fundamental theory and application in power distribution, motors, VFDS, BAS, NEC understanding.
• High level of proficiency in Office 365.
• Organized approach to work.
• Self-sufficient.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, contractors, tenants, and management in verbal and written form.

Preferred:

• Advanced electrical troubleshooting.
• Advanced boiler knowledge.
• Chemical treatment knowledge.
• LEED/Energy Star experience and understanding.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)

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