First Class Building Engineer

Continuum Services•Detroit, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The First Class Building Engineer at Hudson Building Detroit is responsible for professionally responding to tenant requests and the public, operating and maintaining all HVAC and MEP equipment, serving as a Systems Operator, and performing and supervising maintenance work. This is a temporary position with a specific shift and pay rate, including a shift premium.

Requirements

Read and use all types of test equipment, analog/digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow and quality measuring devices, and leak detection devices.
Knowledge of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.).
Knowledge of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive) drill motors, saws, grinder, impact wrenches, etc.
Ability to use deductive logic for troubleshooting equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC mechanical equipment as outlined by the Supervisors including but not limited to bearings/filters/belts.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment and perform installations.
Maintain, operate, and repair chiller systems, plumbing systems, architectural systems and finishes.
Minimum 2 years experience in commercial HVAC.
Direct and assist with evacuations, bomb searches and life safety alarms as deemed reasonable and prudent.
Assist emergency authorities and response teams.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience operating large tonnage chiller plant.
Current City of Detroit 1st Class Refrigeration Operator’s License for all halogenated refrigerants.
EPA Refrigerant Recovery Universal Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant requests within the guidelines set forth by the Company.
Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.
Perform as a team member with all Company and client employees as well as client contract service providers.
Assist to ensure compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulations.
Order, stock and inventory parts and supplies as directed by the Engineering Manager or Assistant Engineering Manager.
Induce water treatment chemicals at proper amounts and times in heating and cooling systems.
Perform chemical analysis tests as set forth by the supervisor, reporting any abnormalities and substandard results.
Comply with all Company and client policies and procedures.
Respond to multiple requests from multiple sources (Supervisors, Service Bureau, and management staff) and prioritize accordingly to alleviate immediate problems. Report changing priorities back to Supervisors.
Aid in training and development of fellow engineers.
Clean and paint all equipment and surrounding areas designated by supervisor.
Maintain accurate and timely equipment, event, alarm, personal time sheets, and program logs/reports as directed by supervisor.
Maintain superior appearance and working condition of all the MEP systems assigned to the Engineering Department.
Assume additional duties as delegated by Engineering Manager, Assistant Engineering Manager, and Lead Engineer.
Willing to work all hours, days, and shifts as assigned by Engineering Manager, Assistant Engineering Manager, and Lead Engineer.