Building Engineer

Security Service Federal Credit Union•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Maintains plant building and campus-wide mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Estimates material and labor costs for repairs, replacements, and improvements to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems. Coordinates and communicates with partner contractors and vendors, and oversees and inspects the daily operation of assigned buildings’ mechanical systems to ensure compliance with policies and applicable codes and regulations. Uses knowledge of building design and construction techniques, including blueprints and HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, to perform preventive maintenance and repairs. Advises on the optimum performance of building systems, including mechanical, electrical/electronic, fire life safety, smoke control, HVAC, and water circulation systems. Maintains and tests fire alarm equipment and backup generators, and coordinates with other departments on business continuity plans for the corporate campus, La Cantera, and Hwy 90 buildings. Monitors and logs vendor performance for on-site activities. Conducts formal building inspections, documents problems or deficiencies that could affect operations or create liability, and follows through on corrective measures. Complies with current environmental issues and concerns as notified. Performs other job-related duties in support of the organization’s vision, purpose, and values.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of four years of building engineer, maintenance, and/or facilities experience, with a strong background in building systems maintenance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and insurability.
Ability to lift 100 pounds with assistance from lifting equipment or additional personnel, and to bend, stoop, and reach above the head.
Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs and provide on-call support seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
Ability to prioritize and complete projects with optimum efficiency and productivity.
Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Maintain plant building and campus-wide mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment.
Estimate material and labor costs for system repairs, replacements, and improvements.
Coordinate and communicate with partner contractors and vendors.
Oversee and inspect daily mechanical-system operations in assigned buildings for compliance with policies, codes, and regulations.
Use building design and construction knowledge, blueprints, and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems to conduct preventive maintenance and repairs.
Advise on the optimum performance of mechanical, electrical/electronic, fire life safety, smoke control, HVAC, and water circulation systems.
Maintain and test fire alarm equipment and backup generators.
Coordinate with other departments on business continuity plans for the corporate campus, La Cantera, and Hwy 90 buildings.
Monitor and log vendor performance during on-site activities.
Conduct formal building inspections, document problems or deficiencies affecting operations or creating liability, and follow through with corrective measures.
Comply with current environmental issues and concerns as notified.
Perform other job-related duties in support of the organization’s vision, purpose, and values.