Facilities Engineer III - Facilities & Maintenance

About the role

Reporting directly to the Facilities Supervisor, this position must be proficient and versatile in troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on specialized building equipment and systems, including boilers, chillers, building automated controls, AHUs, VAVs, pumps, and refrigeration units. The HVAC Technician will also be knowledgeable in one or more building trades: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, kitchen appliances, and life safety. The operating engineer will direct subordinate team members' performance to ensure a great experience for guests and an excellent working environment for all team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair buildings' HVAC systems, including replacing worn or defective parts such as motors, switches, fuses, contacts, and wiring.
• Understand Building Automation Systems and have the ability to identify problems and present proactive solutions.
• Working knowledge of DDC controls.
• Measure superheat temperatures and make superheat adjustments.
• Operate refrigerant recovery equipment, vacuum pumps, charging equipment, and service gauges.
• Replace burned-out light bulbs, check electrical circuits, repair dimmers, refrigeration controls, and contacts.
• Ability to use volt/ohm meter and read electrical schematics.
• Ability to wire motors and motor controls.
• Fabricate office partitions, doors, cornices, counters, panel walls, and ceilings.
• Perform all maintenance necessary to keep all locks and locking devices in functional and safe operating condition.
• Install, connect, and test sanitary plumbing fixtures, fire sprinklers, hydraulics, refrigeration, various gases, steam, and other pressure systems.
• Perform water-testing treatment for boilers and chillers.
• Perform preventative maintenance work orders according to the schedule and plan.
• Complete and submit paperwork in a timely manner so that the CMMS can be properly updated.
• Take ownership of inventory and ordering of spare parts and materials in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• 5 years of journey-level experience.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with co-workers and develop teamwork.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• Five or more years of mechanical experience, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry required; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
• Preferred: Universal CFC certification, as well as city/county/state license(s) and/or certification(s) as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• EPA certification for refrigerant handling.