Engineer - First Class

Engineer - First Class

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Engineer - First Class at its Detroit campus location.

Detroit, MI (Wayne State University campus)

Hourly rate: $37.18

Perform highly skilled work in the repair, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, mechanical equipment, pneumatic control systems, building electrical systems, plumbing systems and DDC systems throughout the University.

• Operate and monitor environmental systems for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, water, lighting, cooling tower water chemical maintenance and building security systems.
• Access units in windows, on rooftops, above ceilings, behind walls, in crawl spaces or closets; use appropriate safety precautions.
• Evaluate equipment and order parts; ensure fire prevention consistent with specifications and energy guidelines.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot heating/ventilation and air conditioning systems; make necessary repairs.
• Check and repair pumps, condensate tanks, valves, water heaters, sump pumps, reducing stations, swimming pool equipment, boilers and plumbing systems.
• Clean all plenum chambers, fans, boiler rooms and other areas for heating and ventilation use.
• Clean and change air filters.
• Adjust and replace belts on equipment; align pump/motor couplings; replace steam traps.
• Control flow by opening and closing valves; respond to emergencies.
• Maintain communication with building personnel; respond to calls for service; open and close dampers; generate work orders.
• Coordinate repair work on existing systems; work with architects and engineers for new construction.
• Prepare and maintain records, logs and work requests.
• All Operating Engineers are Essential Personnel, required to report during university emergency closure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Graduate of Stationary Engineer Trade School or recognized apprentice program.
• Possession of unlimited First Class Steam Engineer's license from the City of Detroit.
• Reasonable related experience in pipe fitting, general maintenance, electrical maintenance and testing.

• Refrigeration Experience.
• Some experience on HVAC system controls, electrical systems, piping systems and DDC Control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to access equipment at any height and angle from below ground level to several stories high.
• Ability to work in varying environmental and possible hazardous conditions using safety precautions.
• Must obtain security clearance.

H42 - Facilities Plan & Manage;
Primary department: H4241 - Facilities Operations Zone 1

• Regular Employee
• Full Time
• Staff/Administrative

• Compensation type:
  Hourly Wage
• Hourly rate: $37.18
• Salary minimum: N/A
• Salary hire maximum: N/A

• Number of openings: 2
• Reposted position:
  No
• Reposted reason:
  None (New Requisition)

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.