BUILDING ENGINEER

SAN DIEGO THEATRES INCSan Diego, CA
$40 - $40Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of Engineering Management, the San Diego Theatres Building Engineer is responsible for operation of the physical plant of the various building of the Civic Center Plaza, known as Central Power. This position may also assist the Heavy Duty Engineers for maintenance of all mechanical equipment, and plumbing and electrical systems within the Theatres complex. First and foremost is a commitment to the culture and purpose of CREATE MOMENTS THAT MATTER for all employees, guests, and clients. Maintain a positive attitude and an open mind. Strive to create an atmosphere of cooperation, engagement, and respect. The remarkable experience of our guests begins with the remarkable experience of our staff. Continuously develop personal understanding of SDT Mission, Vision and Values Statements. Maintain an expert level proficiency of SDT and Engineering division policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to diplomatically and tactfully resolve difficult and sensitive situations.
  • Possess exceptional ethics, honesty, and integrity as well as complete respect for confidentiality and the appropriateness of communication.
  • Ability and expectation to work irregular hours, nights, weekends, holidays.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write reports, and other business-related documents as needed.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of tools.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to understand instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to solve multiple problems involving varying situations in a fast-paced environment.
  • General understanding of: Air conditioning and refrigeration theories and practices.
  • Electric and electrical system theories and practices.
  • Operation and maintenance of fire and life safety systems.
  • Plumbing and water distribution and waste water system practices.
  • Electric, electronic, pneumatic and DDC control systems theories and practices.
  • Energy management theories and practices.
  • Convention and performing arts operations including terminology.
  • Hazardous materials management theories and practices.
  • Steam generation and heat exchange theories and practices.
  • Industrial safety theories and practices.

Nice To Haves

  • Office365, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint skills a plus.
  • Fork lift certification (preferred, not required).
  • Any other technical certification/license is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and control physical plant and all associated mechanical, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems and subsystems, including fire and life safety systems and manning the emergency telephone in Central Power.
  • Maintain operational and temperature records for all machinery and systems in operation.
  • Make minor adjustments and repairs to all machinery and equipment in the Central Power.
  • Temporary and emergency repairs to plumbing fixtures and systems.
  • Test and maintain proper water treatment levels on all open and closed loop water systems.
  • Recording the electrical and water meter readings.
  • Communicating with email and telephone with other SDT departments.

Benefits

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ear/hearing protection will be provided if necessary.
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