Part-time Engineer

Responsibilities: • Operate, maintain and repair all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.

• Operate, maintain and repair refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature.

• Operate, maintain and repair pumps, handling brines or other secondary refrigerating liquids, together with all valves, appurtenances and lines used in the system.

• Operate, maintain and repair air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control.

• Operate, maintain and repair all natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves and control devices.

• Operate, maintain and repair water filters softeners, piping and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks, toilet bowls, supply lines, drains and water lines.

• Operate, maintain and repair all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors and fans.

• Operate, maintain and repair of fuel oil systems including pumps, valves, lines, controls and fuel tanks.

• Operate, maintain and repair sanitary sewer systems, including sump pumps, basins, water closets, urinals and piping.

• Maintain and repair trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.

• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment.

• Maintain electrical power distribution and auxiliaries for the building’s lighting, mechanical, plumbing and control components including lighting maintenance.

• Maintain proper operation during seasonal changes and recalibrate controls based upon seasonal conditions to assure energy efficient operation.

• Maintain all equipment as required per the Preventive Maintenance Program. The Preventive Maintenance program will be scheduled to meet the manufacturer’s required services specifications.

• Life/Safety and security systems - Equipment maintenance applicable in Engineer’s scope will be included.

• Other duties and responsibilities as requested by Building Management.

Qualifications • High school diploma or GED required; vocational/trade school or technical degree preferred

• 3–5 years of hands-on building engineering or commercial facilities maintenance experience

• Universal EPA 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification required

• Stationary or Operating Engineer license preferred;

• Working knowledge of HVAC, boiler, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings

• Experience executing Preventive Maintenance programs

• Familiarity with building automation/control systems (BAS/BMS)

• Ability to work independently, respond to emergencies, and perform on-call duties as needed

• Must be able to lift, climb, and work in confined spaces