Building Systems Engineer

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Ensures and maintains the facility’s building mechanical and life safety systems.  Keeps facility in an exceptionally clean, safe, and orderly condition by performing various maintenance tasks on a daily basis and responds to emergency situations according to all State/Federal regulations/codes and Saint John's policies, procedures, practices.  Works together with all members of the community to uphold and further the mission, vision, principles and values of Saint John's Community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Responsible for all commercial and residential equipment including but not limited to: boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, PTACs, air handlers, VAV boxes, exhaust fans and air compressors, Simplex Fire Systems and other Emergency Response Notification equipment.

1. Preventive maintenance of commercial and residential HVAC Systems
2. Diagnose and repair of commercial and residential HVAC Systems
3. Dryer vent cleaning
4. Acquisition of new HVAC Equipment
5. Manage warehousing of PTAC and HVAC parts, and filters
6. Backup Generators, Emergency Response Systems and Parts

1. Provides instruction and guidance to resident co-workers and other less knowledgeable in HVAC
2. Monitors and controls DDC system for dependable and efficient operation and HVAC systems.
3. Assists with general maintenance and other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
4. Performs security detail; Escorts residents or staff to parking lot upon request, patrols all areas of property, responds to “emergency calls” according to established schedule.
5. Knows applicable codes/regulations and performs all work accordingly, keeps current on changes that affect this position.
6. Perform all service work with compliance to OSHA standards.
7. Maintain a safe and clean workplace while performing and upon completion of service work. 
8. Responds to requests for occasional overtime, call back and off hour response to emergencies. Overtime, off-hour response, and requests for response to emergencies will be based on the skills/training required to deal with the specific situation. Provides occasional coverage of maintenance personnel on 2^nd and 3^rd
9. Maintains confidentiality of all department and organizational information.
10. Responsible for making daily rounds during the assigned shift on a rotational basis.
11. Assists with snow removal operations.
12. Assures that all resident/client rights are maintained at all times. Reports any violations or suspected deviations immediately, according to Saint John's policy.
13. Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority.
14. Works tactfully and cooperatively with residents, clients, families, visitors, staff, and throughout the organization.
15. Attends in-services, meetings, seminars, etc. as directed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a high school diploma or GED, with substantial experience in HVAC and Life Safety Systems.
2. Must have at least 3 years’ commercial HVAC experience.
3. Must have the EPA 608 Universal Certification and the R-410A Safety Certification.
4. Must possess OSHA 30 Hour General Industry training or acquire within one year of employment
5. Must have the ability to work with DDC; specifically, Carrier’s IVU system.
6. Must have the ability to read blueprints and building specifications.
7. Must have a basic set of hand tools including screwdrivers, hammer, wrenches/sockets, pliers, electrical test meter, files, and handsaw.
8. Must be able to read, speak and write English and read trade drawings and blueprints.
9. Must have and maintain a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
10. Must demonstrate dependability and excellent communication and problem-solving skills with numerous variables, be honest, exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner and be regularly at work, on time, as scheduled.
11. Must have the ability to adapt to changing organizational needs, work flexible hours to meet the scheduling requirements.
12. Must be professional in actions, neat attire appropriate to the position, excellent customer service skills, and desire to work with and serve older adults.
13. Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and follow established procedures and be able to multi- task and be able to work independently and perform various duties without close supervision.