Maintenance Engineer at The Friedkin Group

LIVING OUR VALUES

All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies.  We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values.  We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.

JOB SUMMARY  

The Engineer, Maintenance II under the general supervision of the Lead Maintenance Engineer, administers an ongoing maintenance program for the Vehicle Processing Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain air conditioning and heating equipment, perform electrical, plumbing, painting and light construction as needed for GST and affiliated companies.
• Assist Facilities Coordinator in identifying problem areas and maintaining the preventative maintenance program for all locations.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and perform moderately complex maintenance.
• Handle "special" projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus five to nine years' experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Knowledgeable with the operation of HVAC equipment, Generators, Pumps, Compressors and electrical systems.
• Proficient in Building Automation Systems.
• Proficient with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Proficient with HVAC direct digital control (DDC) systems.
• Proficient in trouble shooting electrical (including 3 phase systems), HVAC, pneumatic and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software programs - Word/Outlook.
• Familiar with Life Safety systems and associated inspections required by NFPA codes.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures and must be observant to recognize danger or potential dangerous situation and be able to implement corrective action based on this observation.
• Able to read, understand and implement the correct PPE required by MSDS sheets for all chemicals associated with the Vehicle Processing Center (VPC).
• Ability to read and understand operating and maintenance instruction and procedure manuals.
• Applicant must be able to read and understand mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively to fellow associates and management any problems or challenges that may arise during a work day.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

(For optimum performance, the jobholder in this position would be expected to demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities in the listed areas.)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*

A State of Texas Apprentice Maintenance Electrician License or a City of Houston Third Grade Stationary Engineer license is preferred.*

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather condition extremes during summer and winter months. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces by conducting pre-employment drug testing.

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TOTAL REWARDS

Our Total Rewards package is an integral part of how we recognize our associates’ contributions as well as attract, retain and reward the most qualified employees. We are committed to providing a fair and competitive compensation structure that includes base pay and performance based rewards, where applicable. Compensation is based on various factors including, but not limited to, skill set, experience, qualifications and job-related requirements. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision along with wellness programs, retirement plans, paid leave and much more! To learn more about these programs and many more, take a tour of our Benefits Page

We are seeking candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.