Metropolitan Utilities District ยท 5 hours ago
Building Engineer
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$34.97/hr - $43.71/hr
3+ years expMetropolitan Utilities District is seeking a Building Engineer to operate and maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment across various District locations. This role involves managing facility systems including electrical, HVAC, and plumbing, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
EnergyService Industry
Responsibilities
Operate building automation systems that control facility electrical lighting, mechanical, and plumbing operations
Operate and maintain multiple types of facility electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment at various locations operated and maintained by Facilities Management
Operate and perform routine maintenance of building heating and cooling systems, including, but not limited to: boilers; unit heaters; various types of air conditioning systems; air handlers; temperature controls; and other related equipment
Maintain and repair piping systems to include steam, air, natural gas, water and drain lines
Repair or replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, faucets, stools, and other plumbing items
Perform minor electrical maintenance such as changing ballasts, replacing ends of fixtures, replacing switches and outlets, removing and installing electric fixtures in accordance with standard operating procedures
Maintain and calibrate control systems, air compressors, and dryers
Operate and maintain HVAC system temperature controls, including thermostats and mixing box controls
Operate and maintain various types of heating and air conditioning equipment including: fans; motors; filters; air control dampers; cooling towers; air cooled condensing units; direct expansion air conditioning; and water chillers
Operate and maintain low-pressure boilers, steam fired unit heaters, steam traps, condensate return pumps, hot and chilled water circulating pumps
Work with chemicals used routinely for boiler water treatments, insecticides, herbicides, and fertilizers used in the maintenance of buildings and grounds
Perform minor repair of drywall and wall coverings, carpet, and tile
Perform overhead door maintenance and repair including adjustment and replacement of overhead door springs, door operating and protection systems, and door section repair or replacement
Perform pedestrian door maintenance and repair including, but not limited to, the door closers, hinge adjustment, and lock adjustment and replacement
Operate District cars, light duty vehicles, pickup mounted snowplows, small tractor loaders, snow blowers, riding mowers, skid loaders, paving sweepers, floor scrubbers, paint sprayers, and other equipment as required and trained
Shovel snow, trim grass, perform occasional cleaning, and perform routine landscaping tasks including planting, mulching, weed spraying and removal, and other tasks as required
Perform building and garage cleaning in all areas of facility, including but not limited to: appliances; windows and glass; dusting; polishing furniture; vacuuming; sweeping; washing and waxing floors and stairs; cleaning bathroom/locker room walls, floors, and fixtures; washing light fixtures; replacing light bulbs; emptying trash containers; picking up litter on the ground; and cleaning walkways around buildings
Maintain coffee and supplies, ensure lunchrooms meet District sanitary and safety guidelines
Maintain supplies in restrooms and locker rooms, and ensure these areas meet District sanitary and safety guidelines
Prepare conference rooms for meetings, move equipment and furniture as needed, and perform/assist with setup and takedown for employee events
Move file cabinets, desks, tables, office furniture and furnishings, and other items as required
Maintain parking garages, shops, roadways, and parking lot areas, including, but not limited to: cleaning floors, roadways, and parking lots; clearing floor drains, sewer inlets, and catch basins
Perform patching repairs for asphalt and concrete roadways and walkways
Perform minor welding, appliance, and equipment repairs
Maintain and repairs tools and shop equipment
Perform or assist with the installation of new machines and equipment
Communicate and assist with customers/co-workers professionally, regardless of provocation
Report to and perform work at any District facilities as required
Work alternating shifts and be available for standby or call-out as required for snow removal, severe weather damage cleanup, and other emergency situations affecting facility operations
Perform painting of walls, doors, parking stalls, pedestrian crossings, curbs, and other items as required
Perform job duties of a Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker as required
Ability to act as the designated Supervisor - Building Operations when assigned in the absence of the Supervisor - Building Operations
Ability to train Building Engineer Trainees and other individuals assigned to assist with equipment overhauls, maintenance, and repairs
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Minimum of 3 years of work experience operating maintaining facility electrical lighting, HVAC, and plumbing systems or successful progression through the Building Engineer Trainee role not to exceed thirty-six (36) months
Experience performing job-related functions in accordance with established safety policies and procedures to include operating machines, equipment, and driving company vehicles
Experience maintaining heating and air conditioning equipment, and pneumatic temperature controls
Stationary Engineer's License Grade III (3) through the City of Omaha Upon Hire
Have and maintain a valid driver's license Upon Hire
Certified to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in order to comply with confined entry procedures and/or chemical exposure. Certification requires completing a Medical Questionnaire, passing a Pulmonary Function Test, Fit Test and compliance with the guidelines of the District's Respiratory Protection Program within 60 Days
Pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screen. Upon Hire
Knowledge with the maintenance of heating and air conditioning equipment, and pneumatic temperature controls
Ability to operate building automation systems that control facility electrical lighting, mechanical, and plumbing operations
Ability to operate and maintain multiple types of facility electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment at various locations operated and maintained by Facilities Management
Familiarity with personal computers, tablets, other electronic devices, and software including, but not limited to, enterprise wide software (i.e., SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
Ability to learn new or upgraded software such as building automation and work task management systems
Knowledge and experience with various types of water pipes and fittings used in commercial buildings
Ability to perform minor electrical maintenance such as changing ballasts, replacing ends of fixtures, replacing switches and outlets, removal and installation of electric fixtures in accordance with standard operating procedures
Ability to perform general facility repair of walls, moldings, carpets and flooring utilizing appropriate type of adhesive
Ability to perform painting of walls, doors, parking stalls, pedestrian crossings, curbs, and other items as required
Knowledge and experience with pedestrian door maintenance and repair to include door closers, hinge adjustments, and lock adjustment/replacement
Ability to work with chemicals used routinely for boiler water treatment, insecticides, herbicides, and fertilizers used in the maintenance of buildings and grounds
Ability to troubleshoot problems with equipment and make repairs
Ability to train individuals assigned to assist with equipment overhauls, maintenance, and repairs
Maintain a good record of safety when performing the tasks required of this position, including driving District vehicles and equipment
Ability to report to and perform work at any District facilities as required
Ability to work alternating shifts and be available for standby or call-out as required for snow removal, severe weather damage cleanup, and other emergency situations affecting facility operations
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation
Company
Metropolitan Utilities District
Metropolitan Utilities District mission is to provide safe, reliable and cost-effective natural gas and water services to our community.
501-1000 employees
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