Facilities Maintenance-Operations Engineer

Description

The Facilities Management division of the Facility Services department is seeking a Facilities Maintenance-Operations Engineer (FMOE) to join their team. This position will be responsible for overall building maintenance at the Adult Correctional Facility including HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems. Other responsibilities of this position will include preventative maintenance and break/fix repairs.

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:

This position is primarily located at 1145 Shenandoah Lane North, Minneapolis, MN 55447. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position will be required to work a weekend shift every five weekends.

About this position type:

This is a full-time, benefit earning position.

This position is internally classified as Facilities Maintenance Operations Engineer. Click here to view the job classification specification.

In this position, 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 steam boiler, HVAC equipment, and/or snow removal equipment.

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

• With plumbing to complete light plumbing maintenance.

• With operating Building Automation Systems (BAS), fire protection systems, and Variable Air Volume (VAV).

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.

Your future. Made here.

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

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.

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

If you have any questions, please contact:

Pajoua Chang

Pajoua.Chang@hennepin.us

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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The requirements of this position are:

This position is primarily located at 1145 Shenandoah Lane North, Minneapolis, MN 55447. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position will be required to work a weekend shift every five weekends.

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 has included: heating ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and boiler, operation, maintenance, and repair work

• 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

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

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

05

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

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Do you have experience operating boilers, HVAC equipment, and/or snow removal equipment?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience operating boilers, HVAC equipment, and/or snow removal equipment, referencing jobs 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 in troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment and building systems?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience in troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment and building systems, referencing jobs 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 with plumbing to complete light plumbing maintenance?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience with plumbing, 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 years of experience do you have with operating Building Automation Systems (BAS), fire protection systems, and Variable Air Volume (VAV).

• 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, and Variable Air Volume (VAV), referencing jobs 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