Building Engineer (FT) bei Drew University

Drew University is seeking a Building Engineer in the Facilities Department. This is a full-time, 40-hour a week position. Qualified applicants need to be familiar with a variety of trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, as well as road and sidewalk maintenance, such as pothole repair and line striping.  Candidates should possess a skill set that can diagnose, repair and replace common building system components and issues.  This includes common facilities maintenance issues, including but not limited to, performing minor preventative maintenance on HVAC systems; replacing faucets, sinks and toilets; cutting and installing ceiling tiles; patching/painting drywall; plaster walls and ceilings; repairing carpet tile and flooring; and replacing lamps, ballasts and emergency ballasts.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Maintain the physical operation of the University’s buildings and building systems including mechanical, electrical, life safety, plumbing, building envelope, and access systems.
• Perform building, building component, building system, and equipment corrective repairs.
• Coordinate and inspect work performed by outside contractors.
• Estimate time and materials needed to complete repairs.
• Manage tools and material, parts, and supply inventory levels, notifies leadership when inventory levels are low with the appropriate amount of lead-time to keep operations running and ensure work is completed on time.
• Process and complete paperwork including, but not limited to, work orders, inventory documents, and preventative maintenance forms.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and work order processes, including opening, updating and closing work orders.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED 
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a Trades field.
• Able to communicate through computer email, telephone, two-way radio systems and cell phone.
• Able to work a rotating on call schedule and after-hours emergency response.
• Able to work some overtime weekend and holiday coverage when scheduled.
• Mobility to move around campus and campus buildings.
• Able to bend, stoop, twist, climb up and down ladders. 
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds, including up and down stairs. 
• Strong English written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Able to work and adapt under all weather conditions.
• Able to understand plans, design specifications, and equipment operating manual instructions. 
• Competency using tools and operating equipment. 
• US Driver’s License required, able to drive an automobile, van, light truck or utility vehicles. 
• Good working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing system operations and functions.

 Skills: 

• Knowledge of safe operating procedures, such as Lock Out / Tag Out.
• Ability to understand and apply professional industry standards for installation, repairs and safety.
• Ability to operate power tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate computer-based equipment.
• Adaptability to work in a diverse environment, focusing on customer satisfaction under high-stress conditions, and be able to organize an effective response to day-to-day requirements, and one-of-a-kind extremes.
• Administrative coordination, regarding job assignments, productivity, time management.
• Knowledge of the operating practices of preventive maintenance.

How to Apply: 

To apply, submit the following materials. 

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume
• Contact Information of three (3) professional references

Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received. 

About Drew University

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, Drew Theological School, and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

Drew’s one-of-a-kind, leading edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch, ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé—guaranteed. Drew’s unique, immersive learning experiences include professionally-mentored scientific research in RISE and DSSI, volunteer and community-based opportunities through the Center for Civic Engagement, making industry connections in seven semesters in New York City, and exploring the world through eye-opening international study abroad trips.

Drew University’s two graduate schools, Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies, confer 10 master’s and four doctoral degrees. Numerous certificate programs are also available. All programs are based on Drew’s renowned commitment to faculty-student mentorship, opportunities for out-of-the-classroom experiential learning, and facilitating a robust intellectual and global community, with many programs offered in hybrid or fully online modalities.