Building Engineer/Sr. Building Engineer

Company Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow. At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service. We are   seeking   an experienced and highly motivated   Building Engineer or Sr. Building Engineer   to join our engineering team. The Building Engineer   is responsible for   the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems and infrastructure.   The ideal candidate is a hands-on, technically skilled professional who takes pride in   maintaining   a high performing facility and providing excellent customer service. This position requires strong knowledge of commercial building systems, the ability to troubleshoot complex equipment, and the judgment to respond effectively to both routine maintenance needs and emergency situations.   The Building Engineer will work closely with Engineering Management, building occupants, vendors, contractors, and other departments to ensure the facility   operates   safely, efficiently, and   in accordance with   applicable codes, regulations, and organizational standards.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Building Engineer Primary Duties:   Building Systems & Equipment   Operate, monitor,   maintain , and troubleshoot major building systems, including:   HVAC systems   Chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and air-handling systems   Boilers and heating systems   Building Automation Systems (BAS)   Electrical distribution and emergency power systems   Lighting and controls   Plumbing and domestic water systems   Fire/life-safety systems   Elevators and other vertical transportation systems   Access control and other facility-related systems   Monitor building operating conditions and respond to equipment alarms and system abnormalities   Perform preventive and corrective maintenance   in accordance with   established procedures and schedules   Diagnose mechanical, electrical, controls, and HVAC problems and determine   appropriate corrective   action   Maintain   accurate   equipment readings, logs, maintenance records, and work orders   Identify   developing equipment problems and proactively recommend repairs or improvements before failures occur   Preventive Maintenance & Reliability   Complete assigned preventive maintenance activities safely, accurately, and on schedule.   Inspect equipment and   identify   deficiencies, safety concerns, and potential failures.   Coordinate with contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance and repairs.   Verify completed work and ensure equipment is returned to proper operating condition.   Customer Service   Provide professional and responsive service to building occupants and internal customers.   Respond to maintenance requests and work orders   in a timely manner .   Communicate clearly with customers   regarding   building issues, expected timelines, and completed work.   Emergency Response   Respond to building emergencies, equipment failures, alarms, power outages, water leaks, HVAC failures, and other facility-related incidents.   Troubleshoot problems under time-sensitive conditions and take   appropriate action   to protect people, equipment, and the facility.   Participate in emergency response procedures, drills, and after-hours/on-call responsibilities as   required .   Additional Duties:   Assists Senior Engineer and/or works with other engineers in installing,   operating , troubleshooting, repairing, and   maintaining   equipment and components of the following systems:   Work with contractors and vendors to coordinate maintenance, repairs, testing, commissioning, and construction activities   Monitor contractor work to ensure compliance with safety requirements, specifications, and building procedures   Maintains   a high level   of cleanliness in all work areas, such as electrical and mechanical spaces, building services shops,   cubicles   and storage locations   Responds to Bank employees and other building staff needs through service requests and project assignments, such as temperature adjustments, calibrations, light and plumbing fixture repairs, electrical circuit modifications, installation of carpet tiles,   lock   and door hardware   Maintain a strong safety culture and actively promote safe work practices among coworkers and contractors   Performs other duties as assigned   Sr. Building Engineer Additional Primary Duties:   Same duties listed above for Building engineer   Troubleshoot multiple building systems   Perform repair and installations of major equipment and building systems such as air compressors, fans, package units, pumps,   piping   and electrical conduit.   Acts as SME for all systems in Bank. Provides knowledge and   expertise   for design and upgrade projects   Creates MOP’s and training guides for major building systems including training of staff in all areas   Acts as Project Manager for a variety of upgrades and repairs   Involved in all major building modifications providing input and construction administration   Provides input on Project completion and   identifies   areas improvement for all engineering work   Building Engineer Qualifications:   High School diploma or general education degree (GED)   Typically, 5-6 years of related experience   Experience working in a large commercial, high-rise, mission-critical, institutional, or industrial facility