Facilities Engineer

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Summary:

Seasonal Contract posit i on supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). The Facilities Engineer will provide on-site engineering of station facilities, working in coordination with fulltime Engineering staff. Tasking is based on departmental needs and ASC schedule requirements.

Position Responsibilities (not all inclusive):

Provide on-site engineering of station facilities , working in coordination with fulltime Engineering s taff . Station facilities include:

B oilers, furnaces, and hydronic heating systems

P lumbing and electrical systems

E nergy conservation measures and methods

Fire Protection systems

Analog Control S ystems

Direct Digital Controls (DDC)

Power G eneration facilities

Waste Water Treatment facilities and processes

Water Desalinization and Purification facilities and processes

Perform engineering investigations of operational issues, facilities, and equipment

Conduct construction reviews and facility assessments, and evaluate Code compliance

Serve as a technical resource for Trades personnel

Responsible for the design, budgeting and execution of small engineering, maintenance/ construction/modification projects as part of the Configuration Change Request (CCR) process

Responsible for scope definition, specification, budgeting , and write-up of project proposals for larger engineering and maintenance projects

Responsible for facilities assessments encompassing the following engineering disciplines: Civil, S tru ctural, A rchitectural, M echanical, DDC Control and Electrical

Submit Work Orders or define , write up, and propose small or large projects as required to address deficiencies found

Advise Facilities Management on the status of engineering and ma intenance activities and assist in the development of programs and budgets

Provide Engineering assistance on Construction matters such as: design and specificati on clarifications and changes, C ode issues, as-built drawings, field engineering, start up , and scheduling

Assist in the development, implementation, and supervision of the Preventive M aintenance and Work C ontrol programs

Coordinate scheduling and interagency notification of scheduled Preventative Maintenance tasks involving required or potential utility service interruption, such as power outages

Provides documentation as necessary to ensure legal and contractual compliance

Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments

Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours

Maintain effective communication between departments and represent department as needed at operational meetings

Interact with the National Science Foundation, military and other agency officials, both over the telephone and in person

Accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved

Accomplish tasking working from Job Plans, verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor/manufacturer manuals, and applicable specifications and codes.

Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and create or revise SOPs as needed

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather

Routinely utilize independent judgment and discretion to identify potential issues and solve problems

Proactively identify any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

Learn and utilize computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications

May deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods (McMurdo Only)

Interpret schedules, design drawings, specifications and diagrams to carry out tasking

Routinely inspect worksites and evaluate staff tasking

Handle confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc. ) in accordance with management policy and with the highest degree of professionalism

Communicate professiona lly, both orally and in writing

Assist with the ordering of resupply materials for the department to maintain adequate inventory on station

Occasionally utilize the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other trades or departments with their tasking

Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements

Participate in Work Center Safety Program and participate in ASC safety objectives

Participate in community programs such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (station clean-up), “GASH” (galley clean-up at Palmer), and recycling efforts

Perform other duties as required

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:

Bachelor’s Degree in facilities related Engineering discipline or similar field is required . Five additional years related engineering experience will be accepted in lieu of engineering degree.

Minimum four years of increasing responsibility in facilities engineering activities to include investigation of maintenance issues, management of change, minor construction projects, and definition of new project work and project proposals is required

Expected Skills and Competences:

Thorough knowledge of building systems, specifically HVAC

Experience in construction and maintenance of commercial and/or industrial facilities

Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, and diagrams

Minimum intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite experience to include Word, Excel and Outlook

Be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Possess the competencies, willingness, and ability to perform the duties of position

P referred :

Professional Engineer (PE) registration strongly preferred

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Knowledge and experience with one or more of the Station facilities as outlined under General Duties.

Knowledge and experience with project design, specification , preparation and review, project scheduling, and project cost estimating

Knowledge and experience with Preventive M aint enance and Work C ontrol systems

Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System

Experience with Alerton Ascent Compass Software

Experience with Alerton controls

Physical and/or Other Requirements :

Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods

Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica

Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer

Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF

Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.

Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.

Must participate i