Overview
Under general supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Building Engineer will perform a variety of skilled and unskilled activities involved in the operation and maintenance of the facility’s mechanical and electrical systems and general operations. These include but are not limited to: plumbing, electrical, and mechanical maintenance.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $24.04 to $26.44.
For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.
Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, repair and maintain the facility’s audio-visual, environmental controls, emergency power, electrical, HVAC and lighting systems as required for the safe and efficient operation of the facility.
- 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 re-lamping, 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.
- Promote a safe working environment for all employees by following the life safety and emergency program as needed.
- Read and interpret performance charts and control panels to evaluate the efficiency of each system.
- Respond to routine, precautionary and emergency alarms from building automation and life safety systems.
- Maintains walls (interior and exterior) of entire complex including all drywall repairs, sanding, and repainting.
- Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
- Maintain inventory of paint and supplies.
- May occasionally have to enter areas where fumes, airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals are present.
- Frequent bending, carrying, moving, climbing, working from various heights, lifting 15-50 pounds, sitting, exposure to moderate to loud noises, extensive walking through the building.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. and three (3) years full-time experience at a facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some technical support school or advanced electrical or refrigeration courses is preferred.
- Must hold a valid Driver’s License.
- Understand the methods, principles and practices required for the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical systems.
- Familiar with operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services and technical requirements for the types of events anticipated at the facility.
- Knowledge in general techniques in plumbing, electrical wiring and ventilating systems to be able to assist the HVAC and Electrical technicians as needed.
- Understanding of door hardware, locks, key machine, 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.
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings and other related materials.
- Ability to follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management and emergency procedures.
- Ability to operate equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, scrubbing machines or other light power driven equipment.
- Ability to operate monitoring controls and a personal computer (light use) using 24/7 Work Order System Windows and Microsoft Office software E-mail.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
- Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
- Experience in stadiums, arenas, and/or convention centers is preferred.