Facilities Engineer

Connecticut Convention Center; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, CT is seeking a Facility Engineer responsible for maintaining all center assets to an acceptable quality standard and ensuring safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance across HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and building systems; coordinating with Chief/Assistant Chief of Engineering; supervising outside contractors when needed; and adhering to safety guidelines and energy conservation practices.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience in a convention center or large venue.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work at heights over 30 ft.
• Strong verbal, text, and email communication.
• Independent and team work capability.
• Problem solver using facts and judgment.
• Able to respond quickly to emergencies with prudent decisions.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Forklift/aerial lift certification a plus (training available).
• Basic computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Troubleshoot machinery with available resources.
• Manage tasks as they occur on the property.
• Knowledge of HVAC, fire suppression, lighting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and courteous guest service.
• Respond to emergencies and be on call 24/7.
• Work varying hours including snow removal when required.
• Coordinate with Chief/Assistant Chief of Engineering on projects.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear PPE as required.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on HVAC, lighting, plumbing, painting, and carpentry.
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Operate facility software systems independently.
• Oversee outside contractors for major repairs.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and meetings requested by engineering leadership.
• Keep work and storage areas clean and organized.
• Maintain cleanliness of all building areas as specified.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained after use.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by Chief/Assistant Chief.

Skills

Maintenance

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Office

Job description

This position is responsible for maintaining all the Connecticut Convention Center and Adriaens Landing assets to an acceptable quality standard.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Always provides professional and courteous guest service.

Responds to emergency situations and is prepared to assist as needed and is on call 24/7.

Working varying hours with limited notice during snowstorms for snow removal as required

Coordinates with the Chief and Assistant Chief of Engineering, Engineer Supervisor to ensure projects are completed according to specifications and allotted timelines.

Follow building safety and OSHA guidelines and use proper PPE as required.

Handle repairs and preventative maintenance to include HVAC, lighting, plumbing, kitchen equipment, painting and carpentry and all relevant building, grounds and repairs related to facility/grounds assignments.

Conduct routine inspections of the premises and equipment.

Follows building guidelines for energy conservation standards for electrical, HVAC, and water utilities.

Ability to operate independently the convention center facilities operating software systems.

Overseeing outside retained contractors when professional repairs are necessary.

Attends weekly staff meetings and all meetings requested by the Chief and Assistant Chief of Engineering.

Ensures clean and organized work and storage areas.

Maintains cleanliness of all building and complex areas and areas assigned by the ownership (CRDA) and the General Manager.

Ensures all mechanized equipment and Engineer equipment in general is cleaned and always maintained after each use.

Requirements:

• Maintenance experience in a convention center and meeting destination venue.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work at heights of more than 30 ft.
• Ability to communicate via verbal, text, email in a positive and professional manner.
• Be able to work independently and in a team setting.
• Be a problem solver by using facts and personal judgement.
• Be able to react quickly to emergency situations and make decisions that may involve a financial commitment or to safeguard the safety of others.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Have a valid state issued driver’s license.
• Forklift and aerial lift certification are a plus but will train if needed.
• Basic computer skills for searching up manuals and parts as needed. Basic knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine breakdowns using all resources available.
• Manage tasks and assignments as they occur on the property.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the facilities- HVAC, Fire suppression, Lighting systems and all other systems identified by the Chief and Assistant Chief of Engineering with the ability to operate all systems in an independent manner.

Skills

• Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to take apart equipment or devices to remove and replace defective parts, as necessary.
• Ability to refer to and read blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as needed.
• Multitasking while keeping an eye towards details and project completion.
• Basic math skills including fractions and proportions.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to use a Bosun chair is a plus.
• Forklift and aerial certification are a plus.
• Troubleshooting abilities are a plus.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50lbs, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• Standing, walking, or kneeling for extended periods of time as required.
• Continued body movements such as climbing, crawling, twisting, and bending.
• Ability to work on ladders, mechanized equipment, or scaffolding heights greater than 40ft and at times the entire height of the convention center building (110ft).

Environmental Conditions:

• Approximately 75% of assigned work is indoors, while 25% of projects are outside.
• Temperature ranges can vary with some work assignments (e.g., snow removal, working in a boiler room etc.).
• Some areas of the building, or certain types of machinery, may cause/contain constant or intermittent loud noises or that may cause vibrations to the body.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Any other duties assigned by the Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer and Engineer Supervisor consistent with the functions, responsibilities, and role of the Facility Engineer.

Revisions:

This job description is subject to change, consistent with applicable department needs and operational demands.

*Full time union position.

Source: Hospitality Online