Senior Building Engineer

Location Name of Facility : Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
Address
3601 Burt Street
Omaha, Nebraska
68131

Submitted By

Name : Marybeth Goddard
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Description

Department: Maintenance and Engineering
Reports to: The Director of Buildings and Grounds

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Engineer assists the Director of Building and Grounds in the implementation and supervision of maintenance to facilitate repairs and alterations of Duchesne’s buildings and grounds. Responsibilities include:

Possesses the necessary skills to work with members of the maintenance team to complete department related responsibilities
Makes repairs on any part of the building, grounds or equipment
Supervises Building and Maintenance Engineers by setting clear expectations and ensuring everyone has the materials or equipment needed to accomplish the work assigned;
Reviews procedures for pest control and monitors and inspects with licensed pest control service
Checks temperature throughout the building and takes steps to adjust to a comfortable range and report problems to the Director of Building and Maintenance
Monitors the operation of all major equipment
Identifies needs for and makes repairs on any part of the building, grounds, or equipment
Monitors the daily and monthly “Preventative Maintenance Schedule” and carries out all required maintenance
Prepares areas for events, including placement of furniture and equipment
Adheres to the recommendations of fire, health, and insurance inspectors
Maintains school vehicles in good operating condition
Ensures that all requests for repairs are responded to promptly and that the person making the request is informed of progress
Routinely inspects building and grounds, taking appropriate action to correct problems in a timely manner
Works with the IT Department as needed to assist with documentation and contracts repairs and improvements to the facility’s phone and voice mail system
Assists the Director of Buildings and Grounds in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment throughout the campus. This includes the heat pump loop and hot water heating systems, temperature control systems, chemical treatment, cooling systems, air distribution equipment and plumbing system

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have a strong understanding of and experience with HVAC service and other internal building controls including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing
Must be willing to work flexible hours, as needed, for events and emergency situations
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of the Archdiocese of Omaha Safe Environment training.
Must have experience in maintenance roles in a commercial building