What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Engineer position at MN Orchestra?
Description
Position Summary:
The Facility Engineer, under the supervision of the Facility Manager, is responsible for the safe and reliable operation, preventative maintenance, and corrective repair of infrastructure & systems in support of the smooth and efficient operation of Orchestra Hall.
Minnesota Orchestra Values:
We believe every employee is essential to the success of the organization and critical to accomplishing our mission to enrich, inspire and serve our community.
Our working relationships are based on respect for each other as individuals, confidence in one another, and a genuine desire to actively listen and collaborate with each other.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization that honors and reflects the community we serve, welcomes, and instills diversity across our organization, and nurtures an equitable and inclusive culture.
Essential Functions:
Energy Management System (BAS)
- Programs and monitors the building’s energy management system.
- Schedules weekly programming for events to meet heating, cooling, ventilation, and electrical needs.
- Monitor system components, perform repairs, and implement upgrades in line with building modifications.
Preventive Maintenance & Repair
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
- Monitor and assess mechanical and electrical equipment performance, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
- Conduct periodic inspections, lubrication, and adjustments to prevent breakdowns.
- Diagnose and repair equipment issues efficiently including but not limited to mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire & life safety systems, roofing, snow equipment, coolers and ice machines.
- Assist with construction and renovation projects.
Event Support
- Ensure adequate mechanical and electrical provisions for special events.
- Provide technical insights on facility to enforce load capacities and code requirements.
Vendor & Supply Management
- Helps coordinate access and assists contractors and vendors.
- Maintain updated records of manufacturers, vendors, and contractors for supplies and equipment.
- Research and source quality supplies, parts, and services at the best price.
Operational Logs & Documentation
- Maintain daily logs for mechanical and electrical system operations, including energy usage.
- Update and organize building plans, blueprints, specifications, and maintenance manuals.
On-Call Support for Events
- Coordinated with the Facilities Manager, provides additional on-call support during scheduled weekend and evening hours to respond to heating or cooling requests during events and concerts.
- Assist with snow removal as necessary.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:
- 3-5 years of experience in building maintenance and/or facilities engineering. Experience in a performing arts or similar facility preferred but not required.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, architectural), or equivalent combination of education (e.g., 2-year technical degree in a related field) or training and hands-on experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Must have strong maintenance skill/knowledge of plumbing, carpentry (wood and metal), painting, electrical (single phase 120v through three phase 480v).
- Demonstrated aptitude for analyzing prints, technical specifications and other data
- Demonstrated ability to perform both routine and emergency-response duties involving use of various procedures and standard practices that require decision making and use of judgment as to the method.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present ideas and deliverables to internal stakeholders, external suppliers, vendors, or other entities
- Ability to collaborate with others to identify and solve issues or make proactive recommendations
Technology/Equipment:
- Proficiency in MS Office suite, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
- Proficient with hand and power tools
- Knowledge or familiarity with the following programs and equipment preferred
- BAS (Building Automation Systems) - Niagara
- Fire & Life safety equipment - Siemens
- Lighting systems – Lutron
- CMMS programs
Work Environment and Physical and Mental Demands:
The Minnesota Orchestra is primarily a place-based organization, offering hybrid schedules that require some in-person, on-site work.
While performing the duties of this position, incumbents may be required to do all or some of the following, with or without accommodation:
- Sit or stand at a desk, counter, or other work surface
- Talk and/or hear spoken words, music, or other sounds
- Use hands or fingers to handle or touch objects around them
- Review documents, monitors, or displays with potentially small print
- Operate a computer, phone and other common office tools or controls
- Mentally focus on tasks and apply sound reasoning and judgement
- Work in or attend meetings or other events in any of the Orchestra locations or other sites as necessary
- Standing, climbing, balancing, walking, sitting, stooping, crouching, and kneeling in confined spaces.
- Occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push, and pull objects without assistance. With assistance, exert more than 50 pounds of force to occasionally lift, push, and pull objects.
The typical workdays and hours for the organization are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with potential for extended evening, weekend or holiday hours if required by the performance schedule.
Note:
This job description reflects the details which are generally necessary to describe the essential functions and requirements of this position and shall not be construed as the only ones that may be necessary for this position. The work environment and physical and mental demands described are representative of those an individual typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this position and shall not be construed as the only ones that may be necessary for this position.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential functions, requirements, and demands of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Minnesota Orchestral Association is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable discrimination laws. We recruit, hire, train and promote all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, creed, status with regard to public assistance or any other non-job related characteristic.
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