Senior Facilities Technician - HVAC

Introduction

Werfen

 

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.  We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

 

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Position Summary:

The Sr. Facilities Technician will be responsible for the safe, efficient operation, and maintenance of the site's HVAC systems, mechanical systems, with a heavy concentration on HVAC.  Ensures equipment reliability is maintained at an acceptable level, and downtime is kept to a minimum.  Coordinates and oversees third party contractors.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• Ensures proper operation and maintenance for all related Plumbing systems, HVAC systems, and Mechanical systems.
• Utilizes and maintains Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work orders, repairs, PM's, and inventory control.
• Schedules and coordinates contractors for repair and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Coordinates and performs troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and rounds on all related equipment.
• Actively supports company and department commitment to safety excellence
• Maintains safe work areas and equipment
• Complies and promotes company safety policy, procedures, PPE, training, etc.
• Ensures safety culture and requirements are upheld by related contractors as well
• Serves as primary member of building emergency response team
• Ensures all work, including contract work, conforms to Werfen's, local, state and federal rules and regulations. 
• Maintains accurate records {documentation, preventative maintenance, work orders and procedures) for site HVAC, Mechanical, and Plumbing systems
• Plans work, purchases materials, effectively communicates to execute work.
• Develops and implements appropriate procedures to ensure high reliability for HVAC, Mechanical, and Plumbing systems.
• Develops and maintain assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Preventative Maintenance Procedures (PM) and documentation Provides input for integration options to existing facility systems
• Works with design/installation teams to ensure proper coordination
• Review specifications, installations to confirm compliance with deliverables, contract drawings, codes, and site standards
• Verifies acceptable documentation received from project closeouts
• Coordinates and performs installations as required to support daily and project requirements.
• Support facilities maintenance department during shutdown and tie-ins to building systems.
• Coordinates work and repairs with all departments (e.g. Site Maintenance, Engineering and Building Operations, etc.) as required. 
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Budget Managed (if applicable):

• N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

• To be determined based on department needs

Skills & Capabilities:

• Strong computer skills required - Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrated analytical and strong troubleshooting skills, excellent safe work habits
• Must be able to analyze and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics
• Ability to read and understand construction documents including drawings, specifications, shop drawings, coordination drawings, submittals and O&M manuals.
• Ability to generate drawings in sketch format for system modifications or information transfer
• Organized work environment skills and good understanding of documentation requirements
• Ability to work extended hours. This will include weekends, holidays and shutdowns to meet required project(s) schedule and workload
• Must be able to be "on call" as required and carry a cell phone to respond to facility emergencies

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