Facilities Maintenance Engineer I - Public Works

Town of Snowmass Village, Colorado•Snowmass Village, CO

7d•$33 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Snowmass Village is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Engineer I to join the Facilities Division within the Public Works Department. This is an in-person role focused on performing a variety of building maintenance and repairs across all Town-owned facilities. The position involves responding to specific requests, conducting equipment examinations, and executing scheduled preventative maintenance. The engineer will be responsible for maintaining and repairing natural gas fired boilers and heating systems, snowmelt systems, HVAC, air conditioning and air handling equipment, plumbing, and high/low voltage electrical systems, as well as Building Automation controls. Attention to detail is crucial for timely preventative maintenance and identifying additional defects to minimize operational impact. Collaboration with Recreation Center staff is expected to ensure proper functioning of building mechanical, HVAC, and pool systems. The role also includes working with high voltage motors, low pressure gas fired boilers, variable speed air handlers, and refrigeration/cooling systems. On-call duties for urgent situations, welding, steel work, and gas line diagnostics/repairs are also part of the responsibilities. The position requires effective communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments, vendors, contractors, and the public. Maintenance management software will be used for tracking logs and diagnosing issues, and the ability to read blueprints and diagrams is necessary. Assisting departments with improvement projects, monitoring building systems, and responding to emergencies are key functions. The role emphasizes a courteous and helpful demeanor, flexibility, and teamwork.

Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to drive vehicles
Possession of appropriate tools to complete required tasks and knowledge and experience to use them
Ability to attain certifications for CPO and BOMI or IFMA certifications.
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school and a minimum three years experience in building, mechanical, electrical and HVAC maintenance.
A general all around repair technician who possesses a knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and boiler operations, carpentry, welding, electrical, overhead doors, pool systems including pumps, chlorine generation systems, ozone generation systems and associated controls, lighting controls, elaborate building mechanical controls and systems, and applicable repair work;
Knowledge of the hazards involved and safety precautions needed in building maintenance work;
Ability to arrive at logical conclusions in emergency situations;
Ability to perform moderately heavy manual tasks requiring the full range of body movements;
Ability to maintain routine records and prepare reports;
Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building user and groups;
Ability to develop, plan, and carry out elaborate solutions when appropriate; computer experience necessary to track work orders, scheduling and track BAS programs
Exhibits high levels of technical competence in maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, state and federal safety regulations and controls
Proficient in dealing with vendors and contractors in the installation, upgrade or maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Provides facility maintenance service to all Town owned facilities through specific requests, equipment examination and scheduled preventative maintenance.
Performs demand and preventative maintenance and repairs on natural gas fired boilers and heating systems, snowmelt systems; HVAC, air conditioning and air handling equipment; various types of pipes, plumbing, and high voltage and low voltage electrical systems as well as various types of Building Automation controls.
Performs preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner with attention to detail of the entire system being serviced noting any additional defects to be handled in a timely manner as well to minimize the impact on the specific operation of each facility.
Works in conjunction with Recreation Center staff to ensure proper operation of building mechanical and HVAC systems as well as pool systems.
Works on high voltage motors and devices as well as low pressure gas fired boilers and variable speed high volume air handlers and blowers.
Experience in the proper and safe maintenance of refrigeration and cooling systems including commercial AC, heat pumps and commercial and residential appliances.
Returns to duty, “on call,” when urgent or emergency situations arise, as required.
Performs welding and steel work for town facilities as required.
Performs gas line diagnostics and repairs.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with a variety of individuals. Works with all Town departments, various vendors, contractors and general public.
Repairs appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, disposals, hot water heaters, washer and dryers.
Uses maintenance management software to input and track historical maintenance logs for future reference. Utilizes existing maintenance entries and other existing facility documents to analyze, diagnose and repair facility maintenance issues.
Reads and understands blueprints, ladder diagrams and similar references and documents.
Assist all departments in executing plans and projects for improvements, as well as monitor building systems, correct defective and inefficient operations through remedial maintenance and on time response during emergencies.
Communicates effectively; good verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Maintains a courteous and helpful manner in dealing with tenants and the public.
Follows direction, multi-tasks, is flexible and works effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance 100% premium coverage for the employee, 83% premium coverage for dependents. Employee can choose from two plans options; a PPO and a HDHP with HSA where the Town contributes an amount that equals to the deductible
Generous leave plans, on the first year of employment up to 200 hours of leave in addition to 10 paid holidays
Recreation benefit for eligible employees on the amount of $1600 – you can use this benefit to purchase your ski pass!
401a contributions, where the Town contributes 12% and the employee 5%
6 weeks of paid parental leave for bonding with a child upon birth or adoption
Employee Assistance Program: 5 sessions per topic with a therapist or coach, for you or a family member
Life, disability and accident insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and childcare expenses
Membership discount at the Snowmass Recreation Center
Free RFTA Bus passes to commute to and from work and free employee commuter shuttle
Professional development opportunities