Building Mechanic A - Physical - Administrative Services - Akron FirstEnergy Headquarters

First Energy • Akron, OH

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About The Position

This is a position within FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. This position will be ON-SITE at the FE Akron Headquarters on White Pond Drive, Akron, OH. There will be travel involved in North Canton and Wadsworth, OH., area. All employees who apply for the posted position must notify their supervisors that they have applied. Employees who have not been in their current positions for at least one year, or who are in positions with specific requirements beyond one year, must obtain approval from their supervisor before applying. The Building Mechanic participates in the inspection, maintenance, diagnoses and repair, installation and modification of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and other building/facility systems at various locations as needed. There is a primary focus on safety and teamwork in getting the work completed. The main objective is to ensure building assets are maintained to achieve maximum useful life and safe operation. This position may be called upon to have a greater participation with electrical and HVAC systems, but still be able to perform all responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum five (5) years' work experience as an electrician, plumber, or HVAC technician required, trade certifications preferred.
• Possess CFC, National Electric Code, and Fork Truck Certifications preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing and able to travel within the regional service territory.
• Must be able to read and work from blueprints.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) and interact with facility management software programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate information on equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan, coordinate, and lead a job from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Participates in all Company safety programs and practices and promotes safe work methods in all activities.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Company's safety philosophy, its principles, and rules which govern safe working practices.
• Performs work assignments including breakdown maintenance, corrective maintenance, preventative maintenance, room set-ups, service requests, jurisdictional inspections, among other things.
• Coordinates and administers the HVAC preventative and corrective maintenance program at FE facilities.
• Works independently or with others to perform HVAC maintenance, reviews contractor corrective maintenance proposals and performs corrective maintenance when appropriate.
• Works with management to modify or revise HVAC maintenance program and procedures to optimize program effectiveness.
• Installs and maintains plumbing, piping and fixtures for heating, water supply, sprinkler and water systems serving washrooms, photographic laboratories, vending machines and cafeterias.
• Monitors daily operation of energy management systems at specified facilities, including after hours, holidays, and weekends when on call.
• Installs electrical wiring and equipment of lighting, power supply and complex control systems.
• Performs regular scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Reclaim refrigerants and maintain records in accordance with EPA standards for the proper disposal of HVAC equipment.
• Monitors HVAC system performance, recommends system changes, assists in developing specifications and evaluating options for HVAC projects.
• Working knowledge of large HVAC systems, including chillers, AHU's, CRAC units and commercial humidification systems.
• Installs and removes mobile and permanent partitions, frames openings and hangs doors and sash.
• Constructs, repairs, refinishes and installs complex woodworking projects, including cabinets, office furniture, desks tables, chairs, etc.
• Ensure change management protocols are followed.
• Must be able to work shift work and overtime as assigned; must be able to work scheduled weekends shifts.
• Respond to support operational and emergency situations 24/7.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation.
• Company-sponsored pension plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution.
• Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs.
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees