Commercial Building Engineer

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Commercial Building Engineer/Senior Facilities Technician to join their facilities team. This role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, technically skilled professional who takes pride in maintaining a high-performing facility and providing excellent customer service. This position requires strong knowledge of commercial building systems, the ability to troubleshoot complex equipment, and the judgment to respond effectively to both routine maintenance needs and emergency situations. The Facilities Technician will work closely with Facilities Management, building occupants, vendors, contractors, and other departments to ensure the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and organizational standards.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant experience.
High school education or GED.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
Experience working in a large commercial, high-rise, mission-critical, institutional, or industrial facility.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and schematics.
Basic to intermediate level proficiency in using MS Office Suite (email, Word, and Excel).
Ability to apply sound troubleshooting logic to determine root causes.
Understanding and operating Building Automation Systems.
Experience with IWMS/work-order management systems.
Experience working with generators, UPS systems, switchgear, and emergency power systems.
Experience with chillers, cooling towers, air-handling units, pumps, VFDs, and hydronic systems.
Electrical troubleshooting experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

EPA 608 Certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot major building systems, including HVAC systems, chillers, cooling tower, pumps, air-handling systems, Shred Removal System, Building Automation Systems (BAS), electrical distribution and emergency power systems, lighting and controls, plumbing and domestic water systems, fire/life-safety systems, and access control.
Monitor building operating conditions and respond to equipment alarms and system abnormalities.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with established procedures and schedules.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, controls, and HVAC problems and determine appropriate corrective action.
Maintain accurate equipment readings, logs, maintenance records, and work orders.
Identify developing equipment problems and proactively recommend repairs or improvements before failures occur.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance activities safely, accurately, and on schedule.
Inspect equipment and identify deficiencies, safety concerns, and potential failures.
Coordinate with contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance and repairs.
Verify completed work and ensure equipment is returned to proper operating condition.
Provide professional and responsive service to building occupants and internal customers.
Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
Communicate clearly with customers regarding building issues, expected timelines, and completed work.
Respond to building emergencies, equipment failures, alarms, power outages, water leaks, HVAC failures, and other facility-related incidents.
Troubleshoot problems under time-sensitive conditions and take appropriate action to protect people, equipment, and the facility.
Assist other staff and/or work with other technicians in installing, operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment and components.
Work with contractors and vendors to coordinate maintenance, repairs, testing, commissioning, and construction activities.
Monitor contractor work to ensure compliance with safety requirements, specifications, and building procedures.
Maintain a high level of cleanliness in all work areas, such as electrical and mechanical spaces, cubicles and storage locations.
Respond to Bank employees and other building staff needs through service requests and project assignments, such as temperature adjustments, calibrations, light and plumbing fixture repairs, electrical circuit modifications, installation of carpet tiles, lock and door hardware.
Maintain a strong safety culture and actively promote safe work practices among coworkers and contractors.
Perform other duties as assigned.