Job description
About the Role
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Engineer performs activities involving the construction, repair, modification, and maintenance of buildings and related equipment. In collaboration with other members of the Facilities Team and with limited supervision, the Facilities Engineer performs their duties to ensure clean, safe, and well-operating buildings and machinery.
While this position may be called upon to complete any number of facilities-related tasks, a particular emphasis of the Facilities Engineer position includes competent in-field execution of troubleshooting, service, repair, and maintenance on our building and their equipment.
This position requires working onsite at the Foundation’s facilities in Los Altos, California.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Perform routine building and building equipment inspections
Identify and create work orders for any discovered deficiencies, issues, and maintenance needs
Complete work orders as assigned
Develop, enhance, and execute preventative maintenance assignments
Consistent with the direction and overall guidance of the Facilities Manager, collaborate and provide technical hands-on assistance to Facilities staff. This may include assistance with ordering parts, identifying the correct steps for a repair, demonstrating technique, and extensive in-the-field participation with co-workers.
Routinely install, test, repair, and/or replace equipment, parts, control system components, and instrumentation
Commission new equipment
Service, repair, or replace ballasts, faucets, toilets, water heaters, door hardware, appliances, drains, fans, heat pumps, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, etc.
Monitor, analyze, operate, and adjust various pieces of plant equipment via building automation systems and microprocessor-based devices
Monitor, inspect, and test electrical systems to ensure proper functioning
Analyze, troubleshoot, and problem solve complex building systems under normal and abnormal situations. Take appropriate action to ensure continuous, reliable operation of equipment and systems
Contact equipment manufacturers or appropriate specialists for assistance with resolving issues
With approval, acquire the services of outside consultants and vendors and manage their work
Read and follow operation and maintenance manuals and other documents to ensure proper operation of equipment
Identify efficiency improvements
Complete tasks efficiently and within time constraints
Recommend special and/or capital improvement projects to Facilities Manager
Complete other facility tasks and support collaborating departments needs as assigned
Work with integrity, sensitivity, and respect for others
Work in emergency situations during off hours, including weekends
Qualifications/Experience:
A minimum of (5) years of experience performing similar work
Proven experience in the maintenance of building systems and components
Journeyman level field service experience in commercial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
Journeyman level HVAC&R experience; CFC Certificate required
Experience mentoring and coordinating co-workers and vendors
High School Diploma/GED
Industry-recognized vocational training preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge and ability to perform duties of all trade classifications including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Proficiency with hand and power tools
Ability to troubleshoot, repair and/or replace, motors, drives, actuators, switches, relays, circuit breakers, pumps, faucets, lights, ballasts, door closers, locksets, etc.
Proficiency with Building Automation Systems and software packages
Ability to work independently and proactively problem solve with good judgment
Strong customer service orientation
Strong organizational skills
Ability to be flexible and deal with changing priorities
Ability to work with integrity, sensitivity, and respect for others
Ability to exercise independent judgement within defined practices and policies, and make decisions using broad guidelines
Effective written and oral communication skills: ability to communicate well in person and via telephone; ability to read and follow complex instructions and document processes; ability to communicate via written notes and email
Proficient using a computer and capable using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
Excellent visual acuity, manual dexterity, and physical ability to perform job functions. Ability to lift and move objects (not to exceed 25 lbs. or up to 50 lbs. with another person); ability to bend, kneel, crawl, and climb a ladder to perform work functions; ability to use hand and power tools
General knowledge of OSHA/CAL-OSHA safety regulations
Ability to work overtime or on weekends
License / Certifications:
Valid California Driver’s License with clear driving record required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $89,000.00 - $117,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 5 years
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work setting:
- In-person
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Los Altos, CA 94022: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
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