Building Engineer

UG2 LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UG2 LLC seeks a Building Engineer to ensure safe, efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within a Seattle facility. The role involves regulatory compliance and maintaining a safe environment for occupants.

The candidate will perform rounds, address repairs on boilers, chillers, lighting, and water treatment, and coordinate preventive maintenance. Strong trouble-shooting, planning, and diagram-reading skills are required, with after-hours availability

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in facility maintenance or a related field.
• Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.
• Proficient in reading system diagrams and technical manuals for troubleshooting and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain boilers, compressors, refrigeration equipment, generators, and other systems powered by steam, air, diesel, gas, or water within life science facilities preferred.
• Conduct facility rounds to monitor and maintain mechanical, HVAC, electrical, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Repair and replace components such as toilets, sinks, faucets, and dispensers.
• Maintain and repair flooring, including tile and carpet squares, as needed.
• Replace and repair lighting fixtures, including bulbs, ballasts, and drivers.
• Perform water treatment for cooling towers, chilled water, and boiler water systems.
• Maintain refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, and evaporators.
• Operate and maintain heating systems, including boilers and hot water pumps.
• Facilitate maintenance and repair of natural gas distribution lines and related components.
• Manage water supply systems, including filters, softeners, pumps, and sprinkler systems.
• Operate and maintain electrical motors and control systems, troubleshooting as necessary.
• Maintain fuel oil system components and safety-related equipment.
• Utilize energy/building management systems for operational efficiency.
• Maintain an inventory of parts and materials for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure the physical condition of facility shop spaces is kept in good repair, including painting and drywall patching.
• Repair furniture and fixtures as needed.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Reading diagrams

Education

Washington State Electrical Trainee card

EPA 608 Universal Certification

Tools

Boilers

Chillers

Control systems

Job description

The Building Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within a facility. This role requires compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as the organization's safety policies. The Technician will ensure that all systems function optimally, contributing to a safe and comfortable environment for all building occupants.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain boilers, compressors, refrigeration equipment, generators, and other systems powered by steam, air, diesel, gas, or water within life science facilities preferred.
• Conduct facility rounds to monitor and maintain mechanical, HVAC, electrical, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Repair and replace components such as toilets, sinks, faucets, and dispensers.
• Maintain and repair flooring, including tile and carpet squares, as needed.
• Replace and repair lighting fixtures, including bulbs, ballasts, and drivers.
• Perform water treatment for cooling towers, chilled water, and boiler water systems.
• Maintain refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, and evaporators.
• Operate and maintain heating systems, including boilers and hot water pumps.
• Facilitate maintenance and repair of natural gas distribution lines and related components.
• Manage water supply systems, including filters, softeners, pumps, and sprinkler systems.
• Operate and maintain electrical motors and control systems, troubleshooting as necessary.
• Maintain fuel oil system components and safety-related equipment.
• Utilize energy/building management systems for operational efficiency.
• Maintain an inventory of parts and materials for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure the physical condition of facility shop spaces is kept in good repair, including painting and drywall patching.
• Repair furniture and fixtures as needed.

Key Interactions:

• Engage with all leaders and stakeholders.
• Engage with all employees organizationally as needed.
• Engage with customers and clients.

Requirements (Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of five years of experience in facility maintenance or a related field.
• Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.
• Proficient in general repair techniques and maintenance procedures.
• Washington State Electrical Trainee card required.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification is preferred.
• Proficient in reading system diagrams and technical manuals for troubleshooting and maintenance.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and perform physical labor related to maintenance and repair.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Possible frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies as necessary.

Shift

1st

Monday - Friday

FT/PT

Full-time

Compensation

$50.00 - $55.00

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