Facilities Engineer, Plumber

San Diego Padres•San Diego, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Engineer – Plumbing is a key member of the Ballpark Engineering team and is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of the ballpark’s plumbing systems. This includes potable and non‑potable water systems, wastewater, heating hot water, irrigation, and associated mechanical equipment. This role supports a large, complex, publicly occupied facility and requires a high level of professionalism, attention to safety, and the ability to respond to event‑driven operational demands, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and chemical treatment processes
Thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and safe work practices
Proficiency with CMMS platforms and standard computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, drawings, and specifications
Skilled in the use of test instruments (digital/analog meters, pressure & temperature gauges, flow and leak detection devices)
Working knowledge of hand tools, powered tools, ladders, scissor lifts, and boom lifts
Strong troubleshooting, critical‑thinking, and decision‑making skills
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure and in emergency situations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven organizational and time‑management abilities in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment
High degree of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and reliability
Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
Certified Plumbing trade school or Apprentice program completion
Minimum 4 years of previous Facility Maintenance and Commercial Plumbing experience
Able to work unsupervised on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts, as needed
Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. This includes the ability to work baseball games, non-baseball events, and traditional office hours, whichever is needed at any given time
Able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark (indoor and outdoor) for prolonged periods of time during a variety of weather situations
Position requires standing 100% of the time
Ability to lift and transport 25lbs or more
Climb up and down stairs and ladders
Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e. crawl spaces, roofs, etc.)
Ability to use full range of manual dexterity (i.e.: sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, lifting and walking)
Successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Lean, 5S, or Six Sigma experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, irrigation, and related plumbing systems
Diagnose system deficiencies, perform leak detection, and execute effective, code‑compliant repairs
Maintain and repair fixtures including toilets, urinals, faucets, valves, backflow preventers, water heaters, PRVs, and pump skids
Service sewage ejector systems, including pump and float replacement
Interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to support troubleshooting and system modifications
Support broader MEP and life safety systems as directed, including: Pumps, boilers, air handling units, fan‑powered terminal units, and terminal boxes
Support broader MEP and life safety systems as directed, including: Sewer diverter systems (testing, adjustment, repair)
Act as first responder to fire alarm events
Assist fire department and emergency responders
Support testing of fire alarm, sprinkler, and smoke/fire damper systems
Ensure compliance with all applicable City, State, and Federal codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations (OSHA, local AHJs, etc.)
Utilize CMMS to document work orders, inspections, deficiencies, and corrective actions
Maintain accurate plant logs, including: Boiler and mechanical room logs
Maintain accurate plant logs, including: Chemical treatment records
Maintain accurate plant logs, including: Time and labor tracking
Maintain accurate plant logs, including: Contractor and access logs
Prepare clear, factual incident and occurrence reports when required
Provide prompt, courteous, and professional service to internal departments, tenants, vendors, and ballpark guests
Coordinate effectively with food & beverage partners, contractors, and outside service providers
Represent the Club in a positive, solution‑oriented manner at all times
Proactively identify system improvements, risks, and inefficiencies
Recommend cost‑effective, safe, and sustainable solutions
Support training, knowledge transfer, and mentorship of fellow engineers
Maintain a clean, professional appearance of all assigned mechanical spaces and systems
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of ballpark operations