Life Science Facilities Engineer I

Description

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401K with employer match
• 10 paid holidays plus 2 weeks of vacation
• Many opportunities for advancement / growth
• Tickets at Work

Essential Functions

• Manages building automation, life safety, lighting, and miscellaneous systems to ensure operational effectiveness.
• Work independently, with internal resources, and with external contractors to identify and resolve operational issues in the building.
• Performs regular BMS system checks to ensure that building systems are operating within parameters.
• Utilizes continuing commissioning software where applicable to identify and resolve system issues.
• Responds to client and / or tenant requests for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, wastewater and construction needs.
• Maintains a positive relationship between DENS, the building owners, and tenants.
• Utilizes system trending platforms to troubleshoot operational irregularities and find areas of improvement.
• Identify and execute projects to improve building efficiency and sustainability
• Advanced troubleshooting of mechanical and low-voltage electrical systems
• Maintains building automation system change log.
• Controls equipment virtually and in person, adjusts setpoints, and makes minor programming changes.
• Manages computer-based maintenance management system (ANGUS).
• Manages corrective work orders and preventive maintenance programs.
• May manage and coordinate third party quotes, repairs, and service maintenance.
• Supervises custodial staff, contractors, and employees as designated.
• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations and corporate policies / procedures related to building operations, project management, and work safety.
• Other tasks as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of progressive experience required.
• Knowledge of building management systems (Siemens, Schneider, Johnson Controls, Tridium, Honeywell, Trane, etc.).
• Experience with trending and continuing commissioning software (Clockworks, Analytika, Building Analytics, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of building systems : Air handling units, exhaust air handling units, boilers, chillers, pumps, VFDs, fan coil units, VAVs, unit heaters, heat recovery systems, and elevators.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a group.
• Ability to communicate with owners, tenants, vendors and / or customers clearly with a helpful and positive customer service-related mindset.
• Ability to read building codes, blueprints and drawings.
• Demonstrated computer competencies.
• Experience with computer-based CMMS systems.

Work Environment

• Small-to-large office environment.
• Fast paced work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments and shop environments.
• Regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes, cleaning products and noise.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to perform the following repetitive movements : stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.

Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds of office and facilities equipment (cleaning products, tools, and ladders) and trash and the ability to safely use equipment provided.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Climb a ladder to perform repairs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.