Building Engineer (Philadelphia)

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The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Building Engineer for our 700 Spring Garden St. facility in Philadelphia, PA. The facility is regulated by the FDA. It is 245,000 square feet. Experience working in an FDA-regulated, GPM (Good Manufacturing Practice) facility is highly preferred. The American Red Cross requires new hires in this location or position be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of Employment. This means in this location or position you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start of employment or seek an exemption. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation at the time of offer and your request must be approved prior to hire.

What You Need To Know (Job Overview) :

Under limited supervision, the Building Engineer will oversee and conduct maintenance and repair in specific, regulated ARC buildings. Is responsible for building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design and general building maintenance. Maintains basic knowledge of structural systems, control systems, code issues, and ability to recognize problematic mechanical devices. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. Provide support, development and / or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Where Your Career Is a Force for Good (Key Responsibilities) :

• Manage facility technicians and volunteers at highly complex biomed facilities. Perform managerial duties such as hiring, assigning work, coordinating, training, coaching, and evaluating performance of staff. Act as onsite subject matter expert on building engineering. Advise in the planning for building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design and general building maintenance.
• Perform and direct a variety of service work in specialized building systems such as mechanical, electrical / electronic, hydraulics, carpentry, or machine servicing. Assist in operations and maintenance issues, troubleshooting and problem solving as required.
• Ensure all regulatory operations meet the minimum compliance standards. Maintain both the ongoing regulated training to perform assigned regulatory tasks and the relevant role specific training, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Enforce organization safety policies, regulations and procedures related to facilities management to ensure they are always followed. Perform facility safety and fire extinguisher inspections, schedule fire drills, and maintain safety documentation., oversee emergency generator, and create / issue security access cards. Monitor security surveillance system and equipment as needed.
• Oversee and maintain facility maintenance work-order system to include coordination and timely submission of work orders and provide maintenance dispatch for emergency requests.
• Provide administration support to include coordination and preventative maintenance schedules, ordering department supplies, record and log maintenance, and coordination and submission of work orders. Maintain accurate operational logs of equipment in building.
• May receive regulated supplies and oversee bio-waste pick-ups, supplies and destruction manifests.

What You Need To Succeed :

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Pay Information : The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location & experience.

Benefits For You : As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes :

Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

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