Seeking a Facilities Engineer with experience in the management, execution, and day to day support of building and plant operation including labs, manufacturing plants, utilities, equipment and systems. This individual will be working closely within the Facilities and Engineering group, be the point of contact for all facility needs for the client, and will be providing support by assisting with the planning and execution of renovations within clean suites. 

Responsibilities 

Schedule, coordinate and oversee outside service providers for routine CM and PM Program tasks provided under building, system, or equipment maintenance contacts. 
Assist with mechanical, electrical and plumbing needs (toilets, sinks, CRAC units, data center HVAC, above ceiling FCU's, UPS, ATS) on a daily basis.
Support with PIDs, HVAC, electrical, one-lines, and process flow diagrams (PFDs). 
Support team with active construction, assist and run meetings as needed.
Escort vendors for planned maintenance as needed.
Ensure all CM and PM Program tasks are completed and documented properly according to policies and procedures. 
Perform, schedule, coordinate and oversee emergency troubleshooting and repair on various HVAC, mechanical, utility systems, and lab and manufacturing equipment. (GxP and non-GxP). 
Assisting with the planning and execution of renovations within the clean suites. 

Qualifications 

Minimum of 2-5 years of Project/Facilities Engineering experience or related experience.
Facilities background preferred, prior BMS related background preferred.  
Prior Process Equipment, CAPEX & GMP experience. 
Must have strong collaboration, communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills. 
The position requires a highly motivated, independent, detail-oriented team player. Good organization, initiative, and a collaborative attitude is essential. 

Overview

This role is on our Boston campus, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.

The Department of Facilities Services is responsible for the efficient and cost-effective operations, maintenance and management of all Tufts University facilities consisting of approximately 5 million square feet of space on three campuses (Somerville/Medford, Grafton, and Boston).

A broad range of services are provided to support the University campuses including: facility maintenance by all trades, capital maintenance, information technology systems for operations (work control, time capture, preventative maintenance), energy and utility systems, recycling and waste management, event services, residential facilities coordination, grounds maintenance and facility condition assessment and tracking. Facilities Services plays a critical role in planning for the $30M/year deferred maintenance investment.

Related functions, which require close coordination with this department, are public and environmental health and safety, planning, design and construction of capital and deferred maintenance projects including major repairs, renovation and new construction.

What You'll Do

The Maintenance Mechanic I assists with repairs, maintenance and installations, in accordance with diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer's specifications and management oversight, on a variety of equipment including, but not limited to:
-Refrigeration
-Air conditioning
-Electric motors
-Heating units
-Motor controllers
-Waste/supply lines
-Light commercial furnaces
-Boilers
-Burners
-Intake and exhaust fans
-VAV boxes
-The Maintenance Mechanic I also does light carpentry work and perform maintenance and repair work not requiring a license on HVAC, Plumbing and electrical systems.
-They routinely use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments in the performance of his/ her duties.
-This position is considered essential as defined in the Tufts University Employee Handbook.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:
-Minimum of 7+ years of experience in the facilities maintenance industry, performing maintenance and light construction
-High School diploma or GED
-Valid US driver's license
-Must be physically able to meet all job requirements
-Must maintain a professional appearance at all times and adhere to the University's uniform policy
-Must follow rules and regulations as described in the university and CBA Handbooks
-Must be conscientious, adaptable and have the ability to communicate and work respectfully with co-employees, students, faculty and staff
-Must have working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment including use of e-mail and similar technologies for communication and be adaptable to the use of portable -technologies for the logging and tracking of work activities
-Possess sound working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
-Must have good oral and written communication skills with the ability to read, write and comprehend the English language
-Must possess good time management and organizational skills including the ability to multi-task, tactfully deal with unforeseen challenges and people and work well in a team setting with other technicians and trades professionals
-Required to work indoors and outdoors in potentially cramped space, during inclement weather year-round
-Ability to read and comprehend construction drawings/blueprints
-Successful completion of CORI/SORI background and driving background checks

Preferred Qualifications:
-Ten (10) years of experience in the facilities maintenance industry
-Experience with computers for creating Word documents
-Experience in the use Maximo CMMS system
-The pay rate for this position is $38.45 / hour.

An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Overview

This position has a schedule of Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am - 4:30pm at one work location.

The Department of Facilities Services is responsible for the efficient and cost effective operations, maintenance and management of all Tufts University facilities consisting of approximately 5 million square feet of space on three campuses (Somerville/Medford, Grafton, and Boston).

A broad range of services are provided to support the University campuses including: facility maintenance by all trades, capital maintenance, information technology systems for operations (work control, time capture, preventative maintenance), energy and utilities systems, recycling and waste management, event services, residential facilities coordination, grounds maintenance and facility condition assessment and tracking. Facilities Services plays a critical role in planning for the $30M/year deferred maintenance investment.

Related functions, which require close coordination with this department, are public and environmental health and safety, campus planning and design and construction of capital and deferred maintenance projects including major repairs, renovations and new construction.

What we offer:

Tufts University offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time eligible employees, which includes but is not limited to: 15 Vacation days annually for weekly paid employees, 14 Paid Holidays per year, 2 Personal days per year, University-Funded Retirement Plan at 5 or 10% covered salary over Social Security Wage Base (vesting period applies), commuter benefits, and tuition remission for eligible staff and their dependents.

What You'll Do

Reporting to facilities management, the HVAC Mechanic I is responsible for the diagnosis, maintenance, installation and repair of various types of HVAC, heating and filtering equipment to ensure that such systems are functioning effectively and efficiently.

-The HVAC Mechanic I must have experience installing, troubleshooting, and servicing chillers, package systems and split systems as well as equipment for air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, climate and air quality control systems.
-The HVAC Mechanic I typically works a regular schedule but will be called upon out of hours for emergency repairs, or to provide coverage under circumstances including extreme weather conditions or important campus events.
-This position is considered essential as defined in the Tufts University Employee Handbook.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

-Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience as a licensed HVAC technician including a minimum of 5 years of current field service experience
-High School diploma or GED
-Certification in EPA/DEP and Universal CFC reclamation.
-Valid US Driver's license
-Valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License
-Valid Massachusetts Journeyman Sheet Metal License
-Must be able to perform minor plumbing and electrical work (as allowed by code)
-Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints
-Must have working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment, BAS systems (JCI and Schneider helpful), and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, (MAXIMO helpful)
-Must have effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to read, write and comprehend the English language
-Must possess solid time management and organizational skills, work well under pressure and juggle multiple tasks effectively prioritizing competing requirements
-Must be able to work professionally and tactfully with fellow employees, faculty, students and staff deal with difficult people and / or stressful scenarios
-Must maintain a professional appearance at all times and adhere to the University's uniform policy
-Must be physically able to meet all job requirements
-Solid time management skills including the ability to multi-task, tactfully deal with unforeseen challenges and people and work well in a team setting with other technicians and trades professionals
-Required to work indoors and outdoors in potentially cramped space, during inclement weather year round
-Successful completion of CORI/SORI background and driving background checks

Preferred Qualifications:

-Associates degree or higher in relevant field
-Valid Massachusetts Journeyman Sheet Metal License
-Trade or vocational school is strongly preferred
-Proficiency in the use of Maximo CMMS system

Join Tufts University today to take advantage of our wonderful benefits package. In addition to various health, dental, and vision plans, employees enjoy generous time off, tuition remission, retirement plans with strong contributions, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, and many other perks and discounts!

The pay rate for this position is $46.36 / hour.