Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer

Forest Grove Campus - Forest Grove, OR

Salary Range $46,000.00 - $50,000.00 Category Faculty and Staff

Overview

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

Description

General Description Of Position:

Performs skilled work in maintaining, operating, and repairing of all campus buildings and facilities. Inspect, repair, install, and maintain physical facilities requiring skilled mechanical and trade work. Requires a good well-rounded working knowledge in all fields such as electrical, carpentry, welding, plumbing etc. Performs work in the inspection, repair, construction and documentation of all work, systems, and hazardous conditions.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Have general computer knowledge and ability to navigate and implement our web based work order system.
• Perform preventative and general repairs to new/existing installations on campus.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing malfunctions.
• Repair windows, doors, screens, floor coverings, drywall, and painted surfaces.
• Maintain roof and gutter systems in the fall and assist with all summer dormitory repairs.
• Construct and build concrete forms and basic cabinetry needs in all buildings.
• Repair building lighting systems, drain and sewer cleaning.
• Respond daily to safety and emergency situations regarding students, faculty, and staff.
• Keep all other engineers and campus community informed of work being performed that may impact their living, teaching, or work area.
• May lead or instruct other workers as required.
• Ability to work with outside contractors following all University procedures and reporting procedures.
• Operate hand and power tools in a skilled manner; fabricate material and equipment.
• Plumbing experience is preferred.

Secondary Functions:

Perform other related duties as required by the Lead Engineer, Assistant Director of Facilities Management or Director of Facilities Management.

Job Scope:

The job operates within established parameters; however the individual is responsible for making recommendations and having input on decisions that relate directly to their area of expertise.

Qualifications

Education And/Or Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of overall related facilities working experience.
• Valid Oregon Driver's License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Behaviors:

• Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.
• Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem solving and decision-making.
• Asks questions and seeks assistance.
• Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.
• Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff.
• Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee's particular job.
• Uses effective communication skills taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret and follow written schematics and blueprints.
• Good communication and customer service skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse campus population.
• Able to complete a University Drivers Safety Course as well as other OSHA required training programs.
• Comfortable working at heights of up to 50 ft. using ladders scaffolds and high lifts.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to stoop, bend, crouch frequently for prolonged periods.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to varied indoor and outdoor working and weather conditions on a regular basis.
• May be required to work weekends or overtime when needed.

Physical Activities:

Climbing Balancing Stooping Kneeling Crouching Crawling Reaching Standing Walking Pushing Pulling Lifting Talking Hearing Repetitive Motion

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work Light Work Medium Work Heavy Work Very Heavy Work Visual Acuity

Application Process:

To apply, please upload your resume, cover letter and three professional references along with your Paycom application. Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Compensation And Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees. Current benefits include:

• Generous paid time off (for vacation, holidaysincluding winter breakand sick leave)
• Medical coverage with alternative care options (with in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction)
• Comprehensive dental and vision plans
• Generous retirement contribution after one year of service with no match required
• Free mental health appointments
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependent child(ren) who meet eligibility requirements
• On-campus benefits, including free access to our sports facility and library
• Discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws, including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

Notice Of Nondiscrimination Policy:

Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email at provost@pacificu.edu.