Building Maintenance Engineer I / II

Building Maintenance

Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is "Be More" and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values : Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation. Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Dakota County is currently hiring for a Building Maintenance position. The salary range for this position is $44,816 to $78,428 annually. The position is located in West St Paul, MN and is full-time. The posting will remain open until the current vacancy is filled.

The duties of this position include operating, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, mechanical, electrical, structural, security, fire, and life safety systems of County facilities. Troubleshoot a variety of building system problems, developing and implementing short-term solutions. Assist with the development of long-term solutions and provides work direction to vendors. In order to be offered a Building Maintenance II position the candidate must have a boiler's license to operate boilers within our buildings.

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications : High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) AND two years' of direct work experience in the field of facilities maintenance / building engineering. OR Associate's Degree in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Boiler Maintenance, Energy Management, buildings systems or a related field. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience in the facilities management / building maintenance field to total 2 years. AND Valid Driver's License Preferred licensure / experience beyond minimum qualifications : Minnesota Special Class "C" boiler license must be obtained within 6 months of starting employment for the Building Maintenance I position. Minnesota 2nd Class "C" Boiler's License must be obtained within one year of starting employment for the Building Maintenance II position. Must have MN State required boiler affidavit of operating experience from current / previous employer. Typing and computer skills to complete basic tasks such as : create & send emails, open & modify work or excel documents, and perform internet searches. Intermediate knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word and the internet is desired.

The position is designated as Safety Sensitive pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3102 (L).

The essential job functions of this position include maintaining building systems in good operating condition, performing tests, analyzing results and documenting adjustments made to building systems, adjusting and repairing HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and electrical equipment, and controls, operating computerized energy management systems, documenting work completed into a computerized work order management system, performing preventive maintenance inspections and complete tasks on systems and equipment, evaluating system malfunctions and breakdowns; developing repair plans and schedule; developing cost estimates as needed, updating "As-built" drawings and operating manuals / procedures; showing modifications to existing systems, coordinating and assisting in office moves and modifications; including adjustment of workstations, moving furniture, files, records, supplies and equipment as required, training and instructing other staff in basic equipment operation and maintenance procedures, performing snow and ice removal, providing for a safe building environment.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position include knowledge of the practices and procedures of building maintenance and repair, knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and HVAC controls and systems, knowledge of the safe operation of a wide variety of hand tools, equipment, lifts and vehicles, basic knowledge of building and safety regulations and codes, ability to work with minimal supervision, set priorities and organize multiple work tasks, ability to work in a team environment and take direction from team leaders, ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications and technical instructions, ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, knowledge and ability to complete basic computer work tasks such as : create & send emails, open & modify word or excel documents, and perform basic internet searches. Intermediate knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word and the internet is desired, knowledge of computer maintenance software and building automation systems.