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American Red Cross Building Engineer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Job Description:
WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!
Under limited supervision, oversee and conduct maintenance and repair in specific, regulated ARC buildings. Is responsible for building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design and general building maintenance. Maintains basic knowledge of structural systems, control systems, code issues, and ability to recognize problematic mechanical devices. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Manage facility technicians and volunteers at highly complex biomed facilities. Perform managerial duties such as hiring, assigning work, coordinating, training, coaching, and evaluating performance of staff. Act as onsite subject matter expert on building engineering. Advise in the planning for building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design and general building maintenance.
Perform and direct a variety of service work in specialized building systems such as mechanical, electrical / electronic, hydraulics, carpentry, or machine servicing. Assist in operations and maintenance issues, troubleshooting and problem solving as required.
Ensure all regulatory operations meet the minimum compliance standards. Maintain both the ongoing regulated training to perform assigned regulatory tasks and the relevant role specific training, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Enforce organization safety policies, regulations and procedures related to facilities management to ensure they are always followed. Perform facility safety and fire extinguisher inspections, schedule fire drills, and maintain safety documentation., oversee emergency generator, and create/issue security access cards. Monitor security surveillance system and equipment as needed.
Oversee and maintain facility maintenance work-order system to include coordination and timely submission of work orders and provide maintenance dispatch for emergency requests.
Provide administration support to include coordination and preventative maintenance schedules, ordering department supplies, record and log maintenance, and coordination and submission of work orders. Maintain accurate operational logs of equipment in building.
May receive regulated supplies and oversee bio-waste pick-ups, supplies and destruction manifests.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent trade school certificate required.
Current Universal Refrigerant license, OSHA 10 and HVAC certification required. ASHE (i.e. American Society for Healthcare Employees) membership or ability to obtain and maintain preferred
Experience: Minimum 10 years of related experience, preferably within laboratory, hospital setting, SDS or CGMP controlled environments.
Management Experience: 5 years of supervisory or management experience.
Skills & Abilities:
Must be able to operate independently, with initiative, and support an assigned area of responsibility, with minimal supervision.
Competent in both electrical and plumbing areas of knowledge.
Basic working knowledge of emergency power generators.
Ability to assess building envelope (roof, structure, etc.)
Familiar with NFPA (fire codes), building codes, NEC (electrical codes), PMs and PM management systems Experience with training teams, capital project forecasting and annual budgets.
Prior experience performing relationship management with vendors, partners, suppliers.
Able to read and understand MEP and wiring (mechanical electrical plumbing) diagrams.
Ability to work on a team.
*Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
PAY INFORMATION: The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location & experience.
++++++++++++++++BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work, retirement, getting healthy and more. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance and learn.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO + Holidays
• 401K with up to 5% Match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and Recognition
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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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