Plant Maintenance Engineer

THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT

Provide building maintenance services in a professional manner by providing consistent quality services to ensure a clean, safe and environmentally sound operation of buildings for all students, employees and visitors to Normandale Community College. Operate and maintain campus heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment and other mechanical and electrical systems to improve efficiency and economy. Perform minor repairs to systems and equipment, including plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, pneumatic and other equipment. This position is responsible for maintaining the environmental climate of all campus buildings and spaces including temperature, ventilation and humidity in order to provide a healthy and comfortable environment. This position is a part of the Facilities Emergency call list and will occasionally be expected to respond to related emergency situations. Under limited supervision, this position reports directly to the Mechanical System Supervisor to fulfill assigned work instructions.

This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including achieving equity in educational outcomes and supporting a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

Valid Boiler Engineer's License or the ability to possess one within 6 months
Knowledge of but not limited to: Boilers, engines, generators, pumps, compressors, heaters, dampers, motors and energy management systems; Reading blueprints and building schematics, pneumatics and DDC controls; Basic computer skills sufficient to use the work order system, email and various software programs and apps.
Ability to: Move through buildings to monitor equipment; Operate or control small tools; Position self to access units and confined spaces; Ascend/descend to roofs, inside air handlers and other equipment areas in the college

Preferred

Four (4) years of Facilities, Physical Plant or Central Plant operation and maintenance experience, including general preventative maintenance
Knowledge, skill and ability to maintain and repair boilers, engines, generators, pumps, compressors, heaters, dampers, motors and energy management systems; Perform plumbing work installation, replacing and repairing water fountains, toilet bowls, wash bowls, faucets, water and sewer lines; Maintain, repair and adjust elevators, ventilating and refrigeration equipment, electrical appliances, sterilizers, dryers, steamers and similar equipment; Perform electric and acetylene welding.
Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
Intermediate computer and software skills to include Microsoft applications and Facilities Maintenance software
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks or projects effectively
Experience in operation of a Schneider Niagara N4 energy management systems
Experience in pneumatics and pneumatic and digital controls

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