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San Francisco SPCA · 1 hour ago

Building Engineer

San Francisco,CA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$103K/yr - $118K/yr

5+ years exp

San Francisco SPCA is a cherished institution known for its commitment to animal welfare and veterinary medicine. The Building Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the facility's critical systems, ensuring safety and efficiency while supervising a team and managing projects.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Responsible for preventive and routine maintenance and repair of HVAC/mechanical systems, plant system controls, plumbing, electrical equipment, backup power generators, solar arrays, interior/exterior gates, roller doors, and elevators; schedules and manages annual elevator inspections

Responsible for fire and life safety systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, fire control panels, and extinguishers; manages responses to fire alarms and emergencies; coordinates fire department visits, safety inspections, and vendor relationships for quarterly and annual inspections

Maintains the organization’s vehicle fleet, including scheduling repairs, servicing, and registrations

Completes carpentry and millwork projects, including millwork installation and counter replacement

Co-responsible for warehouse management alongside the Facilities Operations Manager and Supply Chain and Purchasing Manager, including safe and efficient use of space, warehouse equipment, and vehicles

Responsible for security vendor regarding intrusion, work collaboratively with IT team to maintain safe and efficient electronic door security plan

Maintain database and key exchange system. Maintain control of key issuance and return so that the organization’s members and belongings remain safe

Maintain control of key cylinder tracking, and provide lock installation and re-keying services

Ensures a safe work environment by serving on the Safety/Disaster Preparedness Committee and following OSHA regulations and all safety guidelines for projects, equipment operation, and chemical usage, including labeling, storage, disposal, and use of personal protective equipment; models safe work practices and takes immediate action to correct safety noncompliance that could put employees, volunteers, clients, animals, or the organization at risk

Responds to all facility emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days per week

Work collaboratively and creatively with the Facilities Operations Manager and Facilities Dispatcher to coordinate schedules, technician workloads, and staffing coverage in support of the Society’s facilities and infrastructure goals and management

Supervise Building Engineering Technicians, including training, assigning work projects, monitoring progress, evaluating performance, and providing consistent coaching and feedback; initiates corrective or disciplinary actions as needed

Monitor staff adherence to safety and security measures, proper chemical use, and the safe operation of equipment and vehicles; takes control of situations that could be unsafe or potentially damaging to the organization’s professional image

Identifies operational improvement opportunities, makes recommendations, stays current on new trends, and pursues relevant educational opportunities

Develop, budget, and implement plans for both preventative and corrective maintenance all SF SPCA Campus building equipment in support of our work

Partner with the Facilities Operations Manager to continually improve the campus for our staff

Implement performance metrics, analyze data, and optimize processes for efficiency

Help to define and implement both strategic and tactical projects that would benefit facilities management including building projects, energy management and continuous process improvement

Qualification

HVAC maintenanceElectrical systemsPlumbing systemsProject managementBuilding management systemsFire safety systemsVehicle maintenanceConstruction trades knowledgePlanning skillsSafety complianceComputer skillsOrganizational skillsEffective communicationNegotiation skillsTeam leadership

Required

A Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field – or five years of related experience including two years of supervisory experience –or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid California Driver's License and insurable driving record

Strong planning, organizational, and management skills

Effective verbal communication skills

Knowledge of negotiating, purchasing, budgeting, and soliciting work bids

Knowledge of general facility and equipment repairs and maintenance, vehicle, equipment, air filtration, HVAC, and appliance maintenance and repair

Ability to manage multiple, complex projects from concept to delivery

Knowledge of safety and cost containment programs a plus

Deep knowledge of construction trades including plumbing, electrical, HVAC/mechanical, automotive, carpentry, sheetrock, or painting

Excellent computer skills in a Windows environment