Operating Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The Operating Engineer conducts extensive hand-on operations and maintenance work in a Research Facility and/or critical environments. Work includes installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non-critical electrical, mechanical, and plumbing/piping equipment, machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of a facility. Monitors operations and conducts a routine and on-going assessment of the building systems operations and performance. Performs tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of equipment. Work requires strong formal conduct of operations skills, technical expertise, personal accountability, and flawless execution of work activities commensurate with a high risk environment and associated expectations for exceptional customer satisfaction and confidence.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• At the direction of supervisor, maintains, monitors, and performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical equipment, which may include the following: mechanical (including HVAC, computer room air conditioners, chillers, and plumbing) electrical (including UPS, DC battery systems, PDU, generators, transfer switches, and switchgear), cabling (including data and voice, broad band), fire detection and suppression, life safety, lighting, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (including fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV). Also responsible for operation and maintenance of non-critical equipment such as refrigeration, heat exchanger, HVAC, electrical, hot water systems. Monitors operation, adjusts and maintains air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.

• Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components. Oversees work efforts (including 3rd party contractors) for the safe and compliant operation, maintenance (corrective and preventive), and modification of critical equipment. Disables and enables fire alarm control panels and systems.

• Install and repair plumbing/piping/tubing; wire single and three phase motors; install and rebuild pumps and motors; install and rebuild air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other mechanics and engineers with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. Install, repair, and maintain electrical controls, switching and motor controls.

• Receive and execute work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure. Consult with Lead Building Engineer or supervisor to order necessary materials to complete all maintenance and perform necessary work. Finalize work orders by completing necessary documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.

• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.

• Perform Building Management System Console operations.

• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.

• Participate in local professional trade organizations and training programs in order to stay current with technological trends of the industry.

• Performs other duties as required to meet clients' objectives and acts in other capacities when required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• 4+ years' experience in critical environment operations, maintenance, and/or engineering supporting critical facilities operations.

• *Minimum of 4 years' experience in electrical, HVAC trade, including rooftop units

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in backup systems (generator and UPS)

• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression system knowledge of commercial/critical facilities required.

• Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well in both oral and written reports.

• Must have fundamental skills in critical systems such as emergency/stand-by generators, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptible power systems, power distribution units, battery systems required.

• Must be proficient in basic computer applications and software such as MS Office, Teams, E-Mail etc.

• This is a Union Position that requires all Local 94 necessary certification / licenses.