Mobile Operating Engineer

Description

The role keeps heating, cooling, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems running well at the properties you are assigned, and keeps those sites clean and safe.

The posting does not separate must-haves from nice-to-haves except for two items marked preferred or required in the text, which are handled below.

Responsibilities

• Keep HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems running efficiently at assigned properties, including routine checks, day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting and housekeeping.
• Do all plumbing, electrical and HVAC work the buildings need.
• Maintain heating equipment, including chillers (air and/or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV boxes and air distribution systems.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical and pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distribution panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers and other equipment to keep the building comfortable.
• Check field conditions, carry out preventive maintenance inspections, and make repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Monitor the energy management system.
• Repair doors, ceilings, handrails and floors, and handle other general repairs, adjustments and installations at the property.
• Repair plumbing fixtures such as toilets, urinals, flush valve assemblies and sinks.
• Follow company standards, building protocol, manufacturer guidance and industry best practice for preventive maintenance: change filters, clean coils, flush condensers, punch tubes, grease fan, pump and motor bearings, inspect and adjust belts, replace motor bearings, align pulleys and shafts, monitor water chemical treatment and its feed equipment, clean and maintain cooling towers, and complete annual and other scheduled inspections as directed.
• Replace lamps and light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage, and make sure rooms are clean, clear of obstructions and free of debris.
• Check that emergency exit signs and lights work, and keep emergency stairs and exits clear. Carry out extra fire and life safety inspections under NFPA, local rules, company standards, building protocol and direction from superiors and property management.
• Document your work and report to your supervisor.
• Respond right away to emergencies such as fires, evacuations and equipment failures, and to customer concerns.
• Follow all applicable codes, regulations and company directives for building operations, and work safely.
• Complete required company safety training each year as scheduled.
• Wear the company uniform while working, and keep a neat, clean appearance on the property outside working hours.

Requirements

• Technical proficiency, initiative, flexibility, the ability to handle several tasks at once, and a strong sense of urgency.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• An EPA Universal certification.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or trade school is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience operating HVAC, plumbing and mechanical systems in a commercial property.
• Any trade license or permit the role requires, such as a Journeyman or Master license, or a city license such as a Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License or High Pressure Steam Operator license.
• A Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on market licensing requirements.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record, checked periodically where applicable.
• Basic computer skills in Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Experience operating, maintaining and making basic repairs to HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors and water systems.
• Knowledge of energy management systems, techniques and operation.
• Thorough knowledge of building systems operation, maintenance and repair.
• You may be the only maintenance person on duty during some shifts. You may need to work long stretches without a break when responding to priority or emergency work, including overtime-type assignments, and you may need to do shift work or be on call.
• You must be able to stoop, stand and climb, and frequently lift at least 50 lbs of equipment such as pumps, tools and ladders, and safely set up rigging and lifting devices.
• You will often crouch and reach, bending forward at the waist, to install or move equipment.
• You will move between departments, floors and properties as the work requires.
• You must speak clearly enough to be understood and read and understand information given orally and in writing.
• You must be able to read printed material, drawings and schematics regularly.

Conditions

The work is in a professional office setting, using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, and you will regularly travel between properties in all kinds of weather.

Some shifts may have you as the only maintenance person on site.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Pay is $29.75 to $35.00.

Final pay depends on whether a collective bargaining agreement applies, the local market rate, and your experience and qualifications.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.

Duties may change or be added at any time, with or without notice.

Benefits

• Eligible employees can enrol in health, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Pay may vary for eligible employees based on location, hire date, hours worked, job type, business line and collective bargaining coverage.