Building Engineer

MultiCare Health System•Tacoma, WA

2d•$37 - $54

About The Position

The Building Engineer monitors complex building system operations and performance across areas such as plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. Working under general direction, the role requires critical, specialized knowledge of the assigned site. The engineer operates, maintains, monitors, and repairs building systems and equipment, supports efficient building operations, and helps maintain the property's appearance and safety. The role also oversees outside contractors, prepares estimates for work, maintains supplies and tools, and coaches others in relevant areas of expertise.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma, with 4–5 years of job-related experience.
Additional certification in one or more of the following areas: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair. Certifications or licenses may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous customer service and effectively present information.
Knowledge of financial terms and principles, including the ability to understand operating budgets, calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, or commissions, and conduct basic financial analysis.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents and solve problems involving several options.
Intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CMMS.
Ability to stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and lift or carry loads of 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC (Chlorofluorocarbon Certification).

Responsibilities

Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, Company directives, and work-safety standards related to building operations.
Operate, maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on building equipment and systems, including mechanical/HVAC and plumbing systems, electrical/cabling, fire detection and suppression, life safety, lighting, temperature controls, building management systems, and digital systems.
Maintain the professional appearance of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas.
Maintain the building lighting system, including repairing or replacing elements and ballasts.
Prepare estimates of the time and materials required for tasks; maintain adequate supplies and tools and order materials as necessary.
Maintain an energy management program and operate systems efficiently to minimize operating costs.
Oversee and inspect work performed by outside contractors, including work involving landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.
Perform work in compliance with standard operating procedures, critical work packages, and maintenance work instructions.
Perform specialized and complex tasks such as carpentry, electrical work, painting, roofing, HVAC, welding, furniture assembly or relocation, and locksmith work.
Inspect building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
Make decisions using thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve results and deadlines, and set project deadlines.
Perform other duties as assigned.