Operating Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking an Operating Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in San Antonio, Texas .


Overview


The main function of an operating engineer is to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment on all systems. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in one craft area (electrical, HVAC, piping/plumbing, central utility plant operations) and be multi-skilled in others to successfully complete daily and weekly work assignments.


Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, monitoring repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems for the facility to keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Maintain responsibility for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency.
• Maintain equipment by cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and changing parts to ensure optimal performance of HVAC systems and associated equipment.
• Record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory.
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors.
• Comply with all safety procedures, maintain good housekeeping and safety of work areas, recognize danger and safety hazards, and propose methods to eliminate them.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years experience required.
• Experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems.
• Ability to analyze the operation of various commercial or industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions, and take corrective action.
• EPA 608 Type II certification.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel.
• Two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position through relevant experience, training, or education.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.