Engineer

ABM•Philadelphia, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Engineer performs various routine maintenance assignments and assists other Facilities Management personnel in the repair and maintenance of physical structures, equipment, and fixtures of the facility and grounds. This role involves a range of duties including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and light plumbing repairs, as well as general maintenance services. The engineer will also collaborate with supervisors and colleagues, respond to emergencies, and ensure safe and efficient operations of the facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
2 years commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience.
Ability to easily and effectively communicate and collaborate with facility personnel.
Ability to handle computer data entry input.
Some knowledge and skill in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and general maintenance.

Nice To Haves

5 years commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Perform carpentry duties such as installing shelving and repairing windows, screens, blinds, and suspended ceilings.
Handle electrical duties including working with switches, resetting breakers, and changing bulbs and ballasts.
Perform HVAC duties such as checking thermostats and addressing hot and cold calls.
Conduct light plumbing repairs, including changing washers, valves, and shutoffs.
Provide general maintenance services for facility personnel, such as assembling furniture and moving items.
Utilize power tools and other equipment with generalized knowledge.
Assist other trades as required in emergencies or overload situations, including snow removal and groundskeeping.
Collaborate with supervisor and other Facilities Management personnel to solicit expertise of required crafts for assignment completion.
Report defective materials, faulty equipment operation, and unusual matters to supervisor and appropriate personnel.
Inspect and file deficiency reports (including work order requests) to correct problems for spaces, electrical mechanical equipment, control, and systems to ensure safe and reliable operations at peak energy efficiency.
Work from a work order system using wireless tablets and/or verbal instructions.
Prioritize work requests based on department procedures and notify supervisor of any problems or delays.
Maintain work area and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition, following standard safety regulations.
Report any violation of OSHA Regulations to supervisor.
Exercise and ensure others follow safe working practices, including wearing appropriate safety apparel.
Respond to all facility emergency codes.
Attend all facility-sponsored training, such as Blood Borne Pathogens, Fire Safety, and Right-To-Know.
Potentially drive personal or facility-owned vehicles for business purposes, subject to driving record reviews.
Handle multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
Work effectively alone, managing anger/fear/hostility and/or stress appropriately.
Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.