Buidling Engineer

Fluidics•Philadelphia, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Fluidics Inc., a subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services. We offer comprehensive mechanical and facilities services, energy solutions, mobile services, retrofits, and design-build services, utilizing cutting-edge technology and a proactive approach to deliver effective solutions and build long-term client relationships. The Building Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of various building systems, including mechanical, electrical, control systems, plumbing, air handling units, pumps, and heat exchangers. This role involves responding to service calls, resolving emergency situations, overseeing utility mechanics, and performing routine and preventive maintenance. The position may require working in extreme temperatures and involves lifting heavy equipment.

Requirements

Mechanical Trades or Trade School certification in applicable disciplines (e.g., HVAC, Electrical, Hydraulics, Plumbing).
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the operation of central plant equipment, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and/or electronic systems.
Experience and proven ability to repair building electrical, plumbing, & HVAC auxiliary systems.
Experience and proven ability to safely secure hydronic and electrical systems for maintenance.
Experience and proven ability to Braze/Solder copper pipe, thread black pipe.
Basic carpentry skills.
Strong knowledge of operation of building auxiliary systems (e.g., fire-life safety, stand by emergency generators).
Familiarity with general building systems (e.g., vertical lift equipment, overhead doors).
Valid driver’s license.
Strong knowledge of safe work practices and procedures typical for maintenance operations.
Ability to safely wear a respirator, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, lift heavy objects and perform other physically demanding tasks.
Safely and skillfully use all types of related hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

Operation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of all related mechanical, electrical, control systems, air handling units, pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and expansion joints.
Install electrical circuits.
Repair all restroom fixtures, sweat/braze copper pipe, thread black pipe.
Drain & “safe off” systems to facilitate repairs.
Perform minor carpentry tasks, replace ceiling tiles, repair or replace door hardware, locks, panic bars etc.
Perform minor electrical tasks to include bulb and ballast replacement.
Clean coils in air handling units and convectors to maintain optimum heat exchange.
Assemble, install, repair, and maintain chilled and hot water systems.
Routine operation and inspection of emergency generator and associated components.
Requisition necessary material to complete required repairs.
Routine and preventive maintenance duties including filter changes, lubrication, control and performance check.
Replace bearings, motors, and dampers.
Inspect mechanical, electrical systems, trace electrical circuits, operate switchgear, record inspections, and write reports to Supervisors.
Perform any additional duties on an as “required” basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual obligations.