Operating Engineer I

Legends Global • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Legends Global, a leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Full-Time Operating Engineer I at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. NRG Park is a premier facility with four major venues: NRG Center, NRG Stadium, NRG Astrodome, and NRG Arena. We are seeking a Full-Time Operating Engineer I to join our Engineering team. Under general supervision, this role performs work as needed to maintain our Central Plant and repair our facility's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating systems. Duties include skilled and semi-skilled tasks, often requiring heavy lifting, a high degree of physical exertion, and prolonged standing or walking. The role also acts as a liaison between the facility and clients, ensuring client requirements are met and facility rules, regulations, and policies are adhered to.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 3rd Grade Stationary Engineer’s License required.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience operating and maintaining building HVAC, Mechanical, and Plumbing Systems in a Commercial/Industrial Facility.
• Any Level Type I, II, III of EPA Certification for refrigeration is required.
• Knowledge of testing & treating water to maintain proper chemical levels and clarity is required.
• Previous experience in operating the following equipment: Genie Lift, Forklift, JLG Boom-lift, Scissor-lifts as well as other motorized lifting equipment.
• Licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.
• Possess any licenses, certificates or training required by local, state, or national authorities for the operation of the equipment found in the facility.
• Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems is required.
• Ability to understand the methods, principles, and practices required for the operation and maintenance of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to properly use all equipment needed to perform required duties.
• Skilled craftsman in the maintenance field.
• Mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of general techniques in plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilating systems.
• Basic knowledge to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, electric motor schematics, and other related materials.
• Ability to effectively operate, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment.
• Ability to follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Good written, verbal, and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Ability to remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
• Must uphold Legends Global safety standards.
• Must provide exceptional customer service.
• Must be able to effectively work with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication required.
• Must be available for on-call, after-hours, and weekend support in a 24/7 environment.
• Operate standard office equipment and personal computer(s) using Outlook, MS Windows, Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in HVAC is a plus.
• HVAC Water Treatment Certification is a plus.
• HVAC Certification I is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, repair, and maintain the facility’s plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems, including Chillers, Boilers, Air Handling Units, and Domestic Water Systems, for safe and efficient operation.
• Assist and perform preventive maintenance on equipment located in multiple buildings at the facility.
• Assist and perform preventive maintenance, repair, inspection, and rebuild as necessary to maintain quality standards on equipment and machinery.
• Drive a forklift and operate a scissor lift.
• Perform work in a manner consistent with plant safety, housekeeping standards, and quality checks.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED