Facilities Maintenance - Operations Engineer

Description

The Facilities Management division of the Facility Services department is seeking two Facilities Maintenance-Operations Engineers (FMOEs) to carry out a variety of facilities related duties to ensure the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the county's portfolio of diverse buildings. This includes, but is not limited to, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, variable air volume (VAV) boxes, pumps, air handlers, supply and exhaust fans, computerized maintenance management systems and building automation systems, along with related inspections and preventative maintenance.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.

Location and hours:

These positions are located at multiple building portfolios including courts, health and human services, and general office locations. Exact work schedule will vary depending on the requirements of each location, but are generally 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Buildings:

• 625 Building at 625 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
• Family Justice Center (FJC) at 110 South Fourth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
• Target Field Station (TFS) at 435 North Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401

About these positions type:

These are full-time, benefit earning positions.

These positions are internally classified as Facilities Maintenance Operations Engineers. Click here to view the job classification specification.

In these positions, you will:

• Operate, repair, maintain, and diagnose building systems and equipment such as boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, exhaust fans, pumps, heat exchangers, water heaters, HVAC control systems, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems including, package and split A/C units, DX units, compressors, VFD's, circulating pumps, and fan units.

• Perform and develop preventative maintenance programs, procedures, and repair of grounds equipment.

• Respond to requests, and coordinate repairs to building systems and equipment.

• Read construction documents and specifications, shop drawings, sequence of operations, and operation and maintenance manuals.

• Respond to building emergencies and after hours calls for repair.

• Maintain and prepare reports and logs (e.g., preventative maintenance reports, work order reports, boiler operations logs).

• Interact positively with the public and user groups daily.

• Assist in maintaining the grounds as needed including snow removal to maintain safe conditions.

Need to have:

• One of the following:

• Three years or more of skilled mechanical and facilities maintenance experience that has included: heating ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and boiler operation, maintenance, and repair work.

• Completion of the Building Operations Technician Pathway training program and one year or more of skilled mechanical and facilities maintenance experience listed above.

• Note: Completion of vocational-technical program course work in air conditioning/refrigeration/heating, electrical maintenance and boiler control, operation, and maintenance may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

A First Class C or higher Boilers License or the ability to obtain a First Class C or higher Boilers License within the first 6 months of hire. A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.Ability to:

• Be on call and/or respond to after hour calls, including weekends, and holidays.

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Climb and stand on ladders for prolonged periods of time to perform maintenance on building systems or equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice to have:

• Experience:

• Operating snow removal equipment.

• Operating chiller/cooling towers.

• Troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment and building systems.

• Completing light plumbing maintenance.

• Using Building Automation Systems (BAS), fire protection systems, Variable Air Volume (VAV), and Direct Digital Control (DDC).

Knowledge of water treatment for HVAC systems.

About the department:

The Hennepin County Facility Services department provides a full range of facility services to support county programs and services. The department:

• Identifies capital needs.

• Develops and manages new construction and renovation projects.

• Operates and maintains buildings.

• Facilitates a safe environment for residents and employees.

• Manages all real estate functions.

• Aligns work to county disparity reduction and climate action goals.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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Final candidates may be required to complete a driver's license check and background check.

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work

• Public service

• Competitive pay

• Work-life balance

• Generous benefits

• Opportunities to grow

• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

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These positions are located at multiple building portfolios including courts, health and human services, and general office locations. Exact work schedule will vary depending on the requirements of each location, but are generally 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Buildings:

625 Building at 625 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Family Justice Center (FJC) at 110 South Fourth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Target Field Station (TFS) at 435 North Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401

These positions require a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Ability to:

Be on call and/or respond to after hour calls, including weekends, and holidays.

Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Climb and stand on ladders for prolonged periods of time to perform maintenance on building systems or equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?

• Yes

• No

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Select from the choices below that best describes your experience and/or education as it relates to the position. Check all that apply.

• I have three years or more of skilled mechanical and facilities maintenance experience that includes heating ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and boiler operation, maintenance, and repair work

• I have completed the Building Operations Technician Pathway training program and one year or more of skilled mechanical and facilities maintenance experience listed above

• I have completed a combination of vocational-technical program course work in air conditioning/refrigeration/heating, electrical maintenance and boiler control, operation and maintenance and experience that equals three years or more

• None of the above

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List any relevant post-high school education you have completed, indicating the school(s) you attended, your major area(s) of specialization, semester and/or quarter credits completed, and any degree(s)/certification(s) earned. If you do not have post high school education, type "None" in the space provided.

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Describe your skilled mechanical and facilities maintenance experience that includes heating ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and boiler, operation, maintenance, and repair work, referencing job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you currently have a First Class C or higher Boilers License or the ability to obtain a First Class C or higher Boilers License within the first 6 months of hire?

• Yes

• No

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Please provide your current First Class C or higher Boilers License number. If you do not have this license, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you have experience operating snow removal equipment?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience operating snow removal equipment, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you have experience operating chiller/cooling towers?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience operating chiller/cooling towers, referencing job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment and building systems?

• I do not have this experience

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

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Describe your experience in troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment and building systems, referencing job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you have experience completing light plumbing maintenance?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience completing light plumbing maintenance, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have with operating Building Automation Systems (BAS), fire protection systems, Variable Air Volume (VAV), and Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems?

• I do not have this experience

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

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Describe your experience working with operating Building Automation Systems (BAS), fire protection systems, Variable Air Volume (VAV), and Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, referencing job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)

• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)

• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County

• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee

• Hennepin County job notification emails

• Indeed.com

• Job fair or networking event

• LinkedIn

• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)

• Professional association (job board or email)

• Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

• www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com

• Other

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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.

Required Question

Agency Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepin.us/jobs