Maintenance Engineer

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Under minimal supervision, is responsible for the maintenance and repairs to the building and grounds, related fixed portable equipment and installation. Performance of different tasks which include general maintenance and repair, plant operation and maintenance and preventive maintenance. Complex repairs are escalated to the next level. *LIMITED TERM, 26 WEEKS

EDUCATION: Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year recent relevant experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year working with equipment repair and troubleshooting and diagnosing a wide variety of mechanical equipment and machinery problems.
• 1 year with building systems and equipment and capable of building a maintenance program in accordance with all healthcare regulatory standards and all other applicable State/Federal/Local regulatory requirements.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to work well with others
• Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to organize/prioritize work
• Employee must be able to read, write, and speak the English Language
• Basic knowledge of air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating control systems, including air balance and system calibration procedures for repair and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and procedures for repair and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of uniform electrical and building codes
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building and mechanical trades
• Through knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials used in the building trades
• Ability to inspect systems and buildings to detect existing or potential problems
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to analyze situations and develop an effective course of action
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations as required by the job
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
• Continuing Education, keeps skill set current in the Facilities Maintenance by participating in self-study programs, and training made available by recognized groups in the trade such as Center for Studies in Higher Education (CSHE), ASHE, International Facility Management Association (IFMA), & Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA).

Job Shift: Varied

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Saturday, Sunday

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Pay Range is $57.73 to $63.50 / hour