Assistant Chief Engineer - Minneapolis, United States - Breck School

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Job Description

Job Description:

Breck SchoolJob Description


TITLE:
Assistant Chief Engineer


REPORTS TO:
Chief Building Engineer


FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt


HOURS:
Varies based on need

Effective Date: 5/15/2024 School Overview Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts.

Our School's Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being.

We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice.

Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview The Assistant Chief Engineer has the responsibility of assisting the Chief Engineer with managing facility maintenance and repair operations.

The Assistant Chief Engineer also performs mechanical and electrical maintenance as well as installation and repair of facility support equipment in order to assure proper upkeep of the facility and its equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assisting the Chief Engineer includes managing the daily care and maintenance of school facilities, managing daily schedules and work assignments of the maintenance staff, overseeing vendors and contractors, and purchasing maintenance-related supplies to ensure adequate inventory is on hand.

Bi-weekly shared on-call responsibilities Responsibilities on designing a work order program, PM's and SOP's Maintain an in-service program for engineering and maintenance staff to improve work skills.

Follow through with work requests as assigned by the Chief Engineer.

Document daily inspection reports results ensuring the proper functioning of building equipment, assigning corrective work, and performing follow up inspections.

Maintain support equipment according to all manufacturer's specifications. Update and note deficiencies of all facility equipment. Expedite all repairs and work requests to give the best possible service to all departments. Maintain records and files of buildings and equipment as needed. Maintain inventory of parts and supplies. Maintain cleanliness in work areas to ensure safe working conditions. Refer to the attached Maintenance Task List for a complete list of equipment-related tasks. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Basic knowledge of Fire System operation Basic knowledge of Security System operation Maintain Pool water chemistry Ability and willingness to meet physical demands of the position:

Ability to lift and carry 100 lbs on a routine basis Climb ladders to 20 feet Use of hands for repetitive use, such as: grasping, fine manipulation Operate man lift up to 36' Bending stooping, twisting, crouching, pushing, pulling, reaching, grabbing, and crawling in confined places Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent skills and/or experience.

Completion of a 1-year general Building Maintenance course at an approved vo-tech school. State of Minnesota boiler operator's license Class 1B or 1C required. Chief C Boilers preferred 1-year Specialized refrigeration and air conditioning course at an approved vo-tech school. Universal refrigeration license. Minimum 3 years of responsible Building Maintenance and HVAC experience in a large facility. Supervisorial experience preferred. Knowledgeable of applicable federal, state, and local rules and ordinances to ensure full compliance. Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) Competencies Leadership, initiative, planning and organization skills coupled with good judgment. Skillful oral and written communicator. Ability to troubleshoot HVAC, electrical circuits and rooftop units Professional demeanor across a variety of settings and audiences. Clean and neat appearance. Self-starter, Proactive, optimistic, and positive attitude. Good sense of humor, ability to smile; balanced perspective; patience. High degree of integrity and trustworthiness. Builds strong relationships with team members.

Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and a diverse, multilingual workforce, with ability to communicate in Spanish preferred.

Ability to be flexible and work under frequent interruptions while keeping up with the flow of work. Understanding of facilities systems, such as mechanical, electrical, and HVAC. Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and terminology of facilities trades, such as carpentry, masonry, and housekeeping. Able to read a blueprint.

Computer proficiency to include use of email, CAD/CAM, and computerized facilities management systems; Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, preferred.

Able and willing to work a flexible full-time schedule, including evenings and weekends. Ability to pass a pre-offer Physical Fitness Test. MAINTENANCE TASK LIST General Services Complete inspection reports Complete visual inspection of system installation Check and calibrate safety controls Check for fuel leaks Lubricate moving parts as necessary Check amperages and voltages Tighten all electrical connections Check fuel pressure Clean and inspect burner ports Clean and check power vent or combustion fan and motor Check for presence of carbon monoxide Inspect motors and starters Cleaning in all mechanical rooms Work orders as assigned Vacuum supply and return vents Heating Systems

• Forced Air Clean and inspect heat exchangers Change air filters as scheduled Inspect and clean fan assembly Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations Test temperature rise through unit Heating Systems
• Make up Air Heaters Check air inlet screen Check and adjust burner and dampers Check ignition and flame rod insulators Check flame safeguard system Clean and check burner profile plates Inspect and clean heat exchanger Heating Systems
• Hydronic Check burner operation Check for adequate combustion air to burner and controls Check safety relief valves Inspect piping and connections Check low water cutoff Check water make up system Check room air intake system Inspect water level gauge glass and controls Clean mud legs (steam only) Clean and check oil nozzles Replace oil nozzles Replace oil nozzles Check stack temperature Open boiler and check fireside heat transfer surfaces Contact Inspector for annual inspection Brush fire tubes Replace gasketing Heating Systems – Hydronic (Cont.)

Drain expansion tank as needed Check steam pressure Check manifold pressure Check water level Disassemble and clean low-water cutoff Inspect wiring Clean burner assembly Service circulating pumps Drain and flush boiler (steam only) Steam Boiler Operations Check close loop water treatment Steam trap inspect and repair Temperature Controls Service energy management system Check operation of variable air volume units Clean and calibrate thermostats Clean condenser on refrigerated air drier Check refrigerated air drier for proper operation Drain water from pneumatic air tank Check and top-off oil in pneumatic air compressor Change oil in pneumatic air compressor as scheduled Change belt on pneumatic air compressor Check proper operation of economizing cycle Lubricate and adjust dampers and linkages Adjust and calibrate central system controls Air Handling Systems, Supply and Exhaust Inspect and clean fan assembly Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations Inspect belts, replace and adjust as necessary Inspect electrical connections and contactors Inspect airside heat transfer surfaces Lubricate and adjust associated dampers and linkages Check fan operation Clean outside air intake screen Inspect and clean drains and pans Inspect and clean strainers Change filters as scheduled Air Conditioning Systems Spring start-up Fall shut down Change cooling tower fan belts Clean cooling tower sump Inspect cooling tower Fill and drain cooling tower Check condenser loop water treatment Inspect, troubleshoot and motors, relays, motor contactor and motor starters Refrigeration Systems Inspect belts, replace as necessary Inspect pulleys and mounts Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations Inspect electrical connections, contactors and relays Check operating and safety controls Check motor operating conditions Inspect, troubleshoot and motors, relays, motor contactor and motor starters Inspect and clean fan blades as required Check compressor oil level Provide oil analysis for over 20 HP Change oil as necessary Complete compressor megohm test Annual power wash of air-cooled condensers Check defrost cycle operation Check setting of pressure controls Check expansion valve superheat Check solenoid valve operations Check compressor heater Clean ice machine as scheduled Check harvest cycle operation Check ice machine grid alignment Check door gaskets and hinges Inspect evaporator & condenser heat exchanger Remove and replace evaporator and condenser water box covers Clean evaporator heat exchanger Clean condenser heat exchanger Check refrigerant charge Inspect for refrigerant leaks Provide lithium bromide analysis as scheduled Plumbing Service hot water heater Inspect, Troubleshoot, Repair, and Install Faucets Flush Valves Urinals / Toilets Drain lines / Traps Water Filters Water - Heaters, Fountains, Coolers Sump Pumps Check Valves Electrical/Lighting Test, troubleshoot, and electrical components Replace Lightbulbs Pool Maintain Water Chemistry Regenerate of filter system Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pumps for proper water circulation Inspect, troubleshoot and repair motors for proper air circulation Other Services Service humidifiers (small free-standing units) Balance air distribution Balance water flows Service electronic air cleaner Water Treatment as specified Appliance repair, removal, install Furniture assembly, repair, install