Building Engineer

RENO SPARKS CONVENTION AND VISITORS AUTHORITY • Reno, NV

45d • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Engineer performs a variety of skilled work including the installation, remodeling, repair, alteration, and maintenance of electrical, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, irrigation, and plumbing systems; carpentry; preparation of surfaces for painting applications, and removal of paints and other wall coverings. A Building Engineer is expected to be able to work without close supervision and be willing to work irregular hours and days including overtime, weekends, holidays, and night shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the building trades and/or possess trade school certifications.
• Knowledgeable in standard practices, materials, methods, equipment, and tools used in the building trades; theory and operation of automatic control equipment; operation of electrical, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment; occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Knowledge in the operation, repair, and maintenance procedures related to the building trades.
• Skilled in performing installation, tests, inspection, and repair of building systems
• Ability to make independent evaluations for effecting repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to use computer and various software programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to review and comprehend work orders, operating manuals, assignment sheets, safety rules, and building and equipment schematics.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with staff, visitors, vendors, and public.
• Possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to become Powered Industrial Truck Certified (forklift, aerial tower, platform and scissor lifts, etc).
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible and be able to adjust to situations as they occur.
• Must possess a valid Nevada Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Performs walk-through to ensure all equipment, systems and fixtures are working properly, and tours facilities with inspectors.
• Inspects and maintains air conditioning units.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment, including HVAC, pumps, fans, belts, motor control centers, motors, valves, fan coils, various electrical components, fire sprinkler systems, diesel generators, and other mechanical equipment.
• Constructs new repairs or alters building structures; and paints and/or stains surfaces.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems; installs, maintains and repairs motors, controls, pumps and water fountains; performs routine plumbing repairs; and repairs lighting fixtures.
• Installs electrical systems in making alterations to existing facilities including designing circuits and installing wiring, conduit, controls, and switches.
• Installs and modifies high voltage circuits including the replacement of lamps, glassware, fixture, sockets, transformers, and cables.
• Inspects, repairs, replaces, services, and maintains electromechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and associated equipment including conduit and duct systems, light and power circuits, motors, transformers, control equipment, switches, switchboards, light fixtures, and the like.
• Troubleshoots series and multiple lighting circuits and high voltage circuits.
• Completes work logs as requested/required.
• May operate powered industrial trucks and carts.
• Maintains professional and productive atmosphere.
• Report to work as scheduled and/or requested.
• Consistently demonstrate positive, interpersonal relations with all constituencies; cooperate harmoniously with others in the accomplishment of the RSCVA’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Advises supervisor of materials and supplies needed to complete tasks and projects.
• Responds to and reports visual irregularities, discrepancies, damage, loss of property and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Is knowledgeable in the RSCVA Safety Program and takes necessary steps to maintain a safe work environment.
• Adheres to safe work practices to prevent injuries.
• Consistently demonstrates positive, interpersonal relations with all constituencies; cooperates harmoniously with others in the accomplishment of the RSCVA’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.
• Adheres to attendance and punctuality requirements per RSCVA policy.
• Provides proper notification for absences and tardies.
• Takes corrective action to prevent recurring absences or tardies.
• Uses time effectively and constructively.
• Does not abuse supplies, equipment, and service.
• Observes all RSCVA and departmental policies governing conduct while at work (e.g., telephone and computer use, electronic messaging, smoking regulations, parking, breaks and other related policies).
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance for employees
• 50% employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Group Life Insurance for dependents
• Enrollment in the Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada – 100% employer paid contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 12 paid holidays
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan
• Additional voluntary supplemental insurance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED