Power Plant Mechanic - National Center for Employee Development (NCED)

Power Plant Mechanic - National Center for Employee Development (NCED)

The Power Plant Mechanic is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and equipment. The position involves routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems to ensure the building's systems are operational and comply with all applicable codes and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Repairs valves, traps, separators, strainers, and all other plumbing devices, including fixtures.
• May perform cutting and threading of pipes, sweating of copper tubing, and other types of plumbing connections (flared, compression, PVC, PEX, etc.)
• Repairs air conditioning equipment systems, plumbing, and electrical systems as required.
• Monitors running equipment, reads and records log entries, i.e., temperatures, pressures, flow rates, etc.
• Maintains critical inventory needed to keep operations running including maintaining and accounting for tools used.
• Completes preventative maintenance as scheduled and maintain accurate documentation.
• Maintains a friendly attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable building codes and safety standards.
• May oversee the daily operations of the preventative maintenance program, ensuring all systems are checked and serviced regularly.
• May be required to monitor the work of external contractors as needed.
• Mentor a team of engineers providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Promote a safe and efficient work environment, ensuring all engineering activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, local regulations, and health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment, including troubleshooting and repair processes.
• Working knowledge of appropriate preventative maintenance of building systems to include, but not limited to, boilers, chillers, generators & refrigeration equipment.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions to include, but not limited to, high temperatures, confined spaces, elevated locations, low temperatures, elevated noise levels.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and schematics.
• Experience using multi-meters, ammeters, soldering, brazing, electrical component wiring, and other trades specific tools and equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing missions of the company.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building management systems (BMS/BAS).

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking & standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).