Engineer | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, repair, and maintain the facility’s audio-visual, environmental controls, emergency power, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and lighting systems as required for the safe and efficient operation of the facility.
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment, and controls.
• Repair and rebuild various items such as motors, compressors, and ice machines.
• Follow the preventive maintenance program, energy management program, and standard operating procedures for all machinery and equipment.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks such as painting, wall repair, patching, re-lamping, and replacing ceiling tiles, filters, and belts as required.
• Record and log all work performed, complete work order slips, and compile all required reports in a timely and complete manner.
• Assist other Operation Department divisions to expedite event conversions as needed.
• Operate equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, scrubbing machines, or other light power-driven equipment.
• Respond to routine, precautionary, and emergency alarms from building automation and life safety systems.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Properly use all equipment needed to perform required duties.

Qualifications

• Understand the methods, principles, and practices required for the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical systems.
• Be familiar with operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility.
• Know repair techniques in plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilating systems to be able to assist or carry out repairs as needed.
• Understand door hardware, locks, key machines, door closers, etc.
• Possess any licenses, certificates, or training required by local, state, or national authorities for the operation of the equipment found in the facility.
• Read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, and other related materials.
• Follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management, and emergency procedures.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
• Operate monitoring controls and a personal computer (light use) using Windows and Microsoft Office software.
• Operate standard office equipment, including the copier and fax machine.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
• Work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered in employment.
• Be licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.
• Previous experience using a forklift, pallet jack, boom lift, scissor lift, and/or scrubbing machines a plus.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. and three (3) years of full-time experience at a facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have Class II EPA certification.
• Som technical support school or advanced electrical or refrigeration courses are preferred.