Sr. Facilities Engineer (Phoenix) (Engineering)

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.

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Phoenix branch, is seeking a Sr. Facilities Engineer to add to our team.  Do you have strong technical skills and work well independently as well as part of a team? Are you a team player, self-starter, innovative, and collaborative? Are you focused on delivering results and providing great customer service? Do you possess great communication skills?

If your answers are YES – We want you to be a part of our team!

The Sr. Facilities Engineer reports to the Facilities Supervisor and shall perform such duties as may be consistent with the functions of a Facilities Engineer. You will oversee, direct and perform maintenance service, inspection or repairs in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering, welding, locks, door hardware, electrical/electronic repairs and installations. You'll be responsible for assisting other skilled trades with construction, furniture moving, maintenance, repair, and preparation/cleanup work and/or independently performing work involving routine and minor maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment, fixtures, etc.

The Sr. Facilities Engineer may operate calibration or test equipment, meters, power tools, pipe cutters, stationary shop tools, spray equipment, forklifts, soldering and welding equipment, refrigeration service equipment and various other hand or power tools. Consults on various construction projects and may represent the District as an Engineering expert on various work groups as assigned from time to time. You'll maintain clean work areas. You will perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Requisition new supplies and equipment as approved. The Facilities Engineer may be required to respond to an emergency situation within the building and will participate in a rotating on-call for off-hours emergencies.  You'll support Division and Department development objectives to ensure the Bank`s business needs are met, remain flexible, encourage and participate in a teamwork environment.

Location: Federal Reserve Bank - Phoenix Processing Center (100% on-site) 

​1550 North 47th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85043

Work schedule: A typical work week consists of Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. Shifts starting time may vary from 4:00AM to 9:00AM. Applicants must be flexible to work varying shifts and off hours, including weekends with little to no advance notice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising, directing and participating in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of applicable electrical equipment, HVAC equipment, building control systems, systems involving electric and pneumatic air flow, water flow, gas/electric heating and cooling equipment, valves, apparatus and lines used in the distribution of heated, chilled or processed water, computerized building management system, variable frequency drive units, cameras, monitors, card-access system for turnstiles, doors etc., fire/life safety systems, radio communication equipment and Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Create MOP's and training guides for major building systems including training staff in all areas
• Act as PM for a variety of upgrades and repair and as an SME for all systems in Bank. Provide knowledge and expertise for design and upgrade projects 
• Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs and operations of specialty building electrical and mechanical systems including fire suppression, kitchen equipment, custodial equipment, drinking fountains, conveyors, currency residue transport/compaction system, currency transport units, vault mechanical components, side-reach lifts and other related equipment
• Directs, oversees and/or performs all preventive maintenance, equipment and space inspections as assigned.
• Adheres to industry safety practices during the performance of all work.

Other Duties

• May direct others and participate in responding to Bank employees and other building staff needs through written requests and direction of management
• Responsible for a high level of cleanliness in all work areas, e.g. electrical and mechanical spaces, building services shops, cubicles and storage locations
• Performs walkthroughs with vendors, engineers, architects and contractors for cost estimates, makes recommendations for and oversees building repairs, upgrades or maintenance as directed by management.
• Assists with minor plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering, machine servicing, system (modular) furniture moves and installations, electrical repairs and installations as assigned
• Research's building systems and makes recommendations to Facilities Manager for energy improvements, modernization, equipment replacement or upgrades
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Experience + Traits:

• 6+ years of related experience
• High School or General Education Degree (GED)
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Must be comfortable using a personal computer operating in a Windows-based environment and be comfortable working in Word and Excel

Education/Training/Certification/Management Experience

Work Experience, Education, Licensing, Certification & Project Management can be combined and/or substituted in any combination to allow the Bank to hire the candidate with the best overall skillset.  

The following are examples that may be applicable, others considered:

• Plumbing skills (pipe replacement)
• HVAC installation skills (VAV and ducting installation)
• CFC/EPA Universal Certification
• High Rise Fire Safety Certification San Francisco
• Haz-Mat Certification or Instructor's License
• Manufacturer's HVAC Certifications (Various HVAC and/or BAS Controls Related Topics)
• BAS Certifications (BACnet)
• C36 Plumbing Contractor's License
• Type L fire pump certification
• Project Management
• Knowledge of Edwards EST3 fire panels

Preferred:

• Familiarity with a CMMS program
• Electrical trouble shooting experience for electrical circuits (Phoenix location has automated guided vehicles and cranes)

Hourly Range: Min: $31.35 / hour - Mid: $40.67 Max: $50.10 / (Location: Phoenix)

Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's level, background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Benefits: 

At the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, we offer a wonderful benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pretax Flexible Spending Account, Paid Family Leave Care, Backup Child Care Program, Pretax Day Care Flexible Spending Account, Vacation Days, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Pet Insurance, Matching 401(k), and an unheard-of Retirement / Pension. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

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Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Facilities/Real Estate Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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