Facilities Engineer

GEORGE MARK CHILDREN'S HOUSE; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Continuing education fund

Holiday pay

Job summary

GEORGE MARK CHILDREN'S HOUSE is seeking a Facilities Engineer responsible for overseeing maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems within a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with Title 24 California standards, OSHA requirements, and collaboration with the DOO to manage budgets and risks.

The position requires strong technical skills, experience with CMMS/BMS systems, and the ability to coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure

Qualifications

• At least five years of building engineering/facilities maintenance experience in healthcare or similar building systems.
• BA, BS or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, efficiency, and comfort by combining daily operational checks with technical maintenance.
• Manage warranties and service contracts for equipment and systems.
• Assist in development and management of facilities budget with DOO.
• Lead risk assessment and develop short/long-term maintenance plans.
• Oversee building projects, renovations, or refurbishments and procure permits.

Skills

MS Office

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Communication

Education

BA/BS or equivalent preferred

Tools

CMMS

BMS/EMS knowledge

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Facilities Engineer maintains a continuous watch on all machinery and equipment throughout the facility to ensure uninterrupted supply of service and utilities. GMCH has existing vendor relationships for key systems to be utilized as needed.

• Must inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and replace any of the systems/items listed below
• HVAC— Heating, air conditioning, dehumidifying system, exhaust air system and computerized building/energy management system.
• Electrical— HVAC wiring and troubleshooting, security system wiring, electronic card reader system, surveillance systems, irrigation systems, fire control and safety systems. Sub‑systems include:
  • Energy
  • Door security card reader system
  • Lighting control system
  • Security gate system
  • Video security surveillance system
  • Property management system
  • Backup generator management
  • Fire alarm system (including kitchen)
  • Burglar alarm
  • Medical gas distribution, delivery and alarm system
• Plumbing— Dual temperature hot water regulated systems, pressurized medical gas, HVAC piping and metering valves, irrigation systems, chilled water systems, heating water systems, and spa/pool maintenance.
• Painting— Paint matching and general painting.
• Carpentry— Wall repair, miscellaneous carpentry.

Responsibility of the Facilities Manager

• Works closely with the housekeeping team to maintain safety, efficiency, and patients & families comfort by combining daily operational checks with technical maintenance.
• Maintains an inventory for the routine replacement of expendable parts.
• Files and tracks warranties and service contracts for all house equipment, paper and electronic copies.
• Assists in development and management of facilities budget in partnership with DOO.
• Utilizes risk assessment facility report to develop short and long‑term facility and equipment maintenance and replacement plans.

Projects Management

• Oversees building projects, renovations, or refurbishments. Procure permits and schedule inspections as required.
• Works collaboratively with all departments and leads facilities support for events/meetings (room setup).
• Determines equipment and facility specifications to meet facility’s needs or standards.
• Provides assistance as needed with moving furniture and equipment, including placing of shelves, pictures, and related items.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as requested.

Grounds Maintenance

• Has working knowledge of landscaping/grounds maintenance— irrigation system, fertilizing requirements and knowledge of the design and layout of the irrigation systems, oversight of pavement, sidewalks, and parking lot.
• Maintains relationship with the landscape vendor, direct work accordingly.

Vendor Management

• Partners and builds relationships with key vendors such as landscaping, spa, pest control, HVAC, outside security, and any other vendors needed to support seamless operations.
• Responsible for managing the relationship between GMCH and outside security, including periodical check‑ins and performance oversight and feedback.
• Analyzes projects’ operating costs and makes recommendations for the DOO on service plans.
• Collaborates with DOO in the development of any new construction projects.
• Collaborates with DOO in leading annual vendor review and feedback sessions.
• Sources new vendor relationships as needed.
• Makes recommendations for future projects and oversees contractors handling maintenance tasks.
• Requests quotes needed for equipment, furniture, and material replacements.
• Within facilities realm, reviews and approves invoices for payment.
• Utilizes GMCH resources in a cost‑effective manner.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensures facility compliance with Title 24 California Building Standards Code, fire safety, environmental health, OSHA and accessibility requirements.
• In collaboration with the Compliance Officer, maintain required facility compliance logs and records; support state and county audit preparedness; oversee OSHA‑related safety practices, including hazardous materials handling and infection control; and lead Safety Committee meetings, monthly life safety audits, and quarterly emergency preparedness drills.
• In partnership with the DOO and Compliance Officer ensure proper permitting for relevant equipment such as spa, generator, alarm system and other systems.
• Possesses knowledge of related municipal, state and federal codes related to safety.
• Maintains compliance, along with associated record keeping, in collaboration with the DOO create and deliver staff training, and reporting for Fire and safety codes and regulations; OSHA and OSHPD; Title 22 & 24 as a guidance for our Congregated Living Health Facility (CLHF) licensure requirements; workplace safety codes (workplace violence; disaster preparedness, etc.).
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to reduce likelihood of health and safety hazards.

Self Development

Seeks to improve performance by participating in self‑development activities, in‑service and continuing education that is appropriate to the area of practice. Attends wellness and staff events whenever possible.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Possesses knowledge of related municipal, state and federal codes related to safety.
• Demonstrate the basic skills and core competencies for a Facilities Maintenance, including coordinating multiple, competing and varied tasks, time management, listening skills, communication skills (both written and oral), problem solving (technical and interpersonal), strong attention to detail, decision making (technical and interpersonal), successfully prioritize projects and workflow.
• Ability to access, input, retrieve and relay information from a computer with a high level of comfort working in MS Office Suite, web‑based portals.
• Possess the ability to read, understand and apply current codes and standards for all installations, modifications, and/or maintenance assignments.
• Work comfortably in an alternative healthcare setting serving families and children who are seriously ill or dying.
• Perform job duties in an ethical and culturally sensitive manner without regard to any protected category as defined by federal, state or local law.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff and contractors with an emphasis on positive relations.
• Understand and adhere to GMCH compliance standards as they appear in the GMCH Employee Handbook, GMCH Policies and Procedures, and GMCH’s Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Possess the ability to read, understand and apply current codes and standards to all installations, modifications and/or maintenance assignments. Sub‑codes include:
  • California Title 8, Title 22, Title 24
  • JCAHO Environment of Care Standards
  • NFPA Life Safety Code and NFPA 99 (Health Care Facilities Code)
  • Uniform Building Code with California Amendments
  • Uniform Mechanical Code with California Amendments
  • Uniform Electrical Code with California Amendments
  • National Electrical Code
• Thorough knowledge of electrical service and electrical distribution systems, and fire and safety equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, manuals, diagrams and operating procedures.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and take prompt action during emergencies, and work proactively to mitigate emergencies from occurring.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of office procedures and office machines.
• A professional demeanor is mandatory.
• Possess fluency in English.
• Possess fluency in Spanish or other language (preferred).
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License with a good driving record.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

At least five (5) years of recent, full‑time building engineering/facilities maintenance experience involving management of healthcare or similar building systems as outlined above. BA, BS or equivalent preferred. The candidate must have prior knowledge of working with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Pumps, Package Units, Water Source Heat Pumps, Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems, Controls, Boilers, Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System (EMS), Lighting, and General Maintenance; knowledge of National and Local Codes, budgeting process, and excellent reporting skills are required.

• Be part of an organization with a meaningful cause.
• Work in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment which focuses on personal development and skill‑building.
• Salary Range: $95,000.00 – $105,000.00 (the stated salary range reflects the typical pay for this role; actual compensation will be determined by candidate’s qualifications).
• 100% employee paid benefits, 25% for dependents (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Program.
• 403(b) retirement account with a 2% employer matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per pay period of a rate of 7.69 hours.
• Up to 12 paid holidays per year.
• $500 per year continuing education/personal development fund after 90 days of employment.