Facilities Engineer I

Join the Weisiger Group Team

As a family-owned company under our fourth generation of leadership, we have built our business based on the principles of trust, integrity, and a desire to help our customers and employees succeed.

Since 1926, we’ve supported the strength of our communities by supplying equipment for critical infrastructure and commerce, and by funding programs that advance social and economic vitality. Being around for nearly 100 years means we change and pivot to capture opportunities and avoid challenges. We make smart investments in our company and continuously improve as part of our vision to be a trailblazing company that’s built to last. 

We’re looking for hard-working, team-oriented professionals who enjoy working on new challenges every day. We believe our employees are the key to our success, and we’re committed to providing a work experience that helps our team grow to their full potential. 

Join a leading solutions provider and be a part of a group of highly skilled technicians, sales and support team members who exist to serve as a trusted partner to our customers, communities, and fellow employees.

Summary

The Facilities Engineer I (FE-I) Provides direct and indirect support to assigned areas of Facilities Maintenance and Repair within the Weisiger Group Portfolio. Such areas may include minor building repair categories such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, light electrical and other areas which are characteristic of general building services.

Reporting to the Sr. Manager – Facilities & Real Estate Management, the FE-I should be professional, customer-focused and able to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. The FE-I must be able to use time and resources effectively and efficiently, have excellent interpersonal skills and organizational and project management skills and embrace a continuous improvement culture.

Essential Functions

• Performs scheduled visual inspections of interior and exterior components of assigned facilities and grounds to identify necessary repairs and/or areas of concern.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs tasks as assigned.
• Assists as may be necessary with grounds maintenance tasks, such as blowing debris or ice/snow removal.
• Completes assigned tasks in conformance with all Weisiger Group Safety policies, guidelines, and in a manner that is consistent with general safety standards. Such activities “may” include use of safety glasses, gloves, proper LOTO (Lock-Out/Tag-Out) procedures and use of dust mask or respirators.
• Completes all periodic safety training and/or refresher courses as required.
• Immediately reports any identified unsafe acts or conditions.
• Support any afterhours building needs and activities as required.
• Assists with annual Capital Improvement planning exercises as requested.
• Provides feedback to Department Manager or Lead for observed areas of improvement.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Safe use of hand or power tools.
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts based on likely needs.
• Keeps maintenance logs as assigned and required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualifying individuals to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED and 3-5 years verifiable Facilities/Building Maintenance experience with thorough experience in facility electrical and/or mechanical industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A thorough knowledge of general maintenance procedures along with a skill set that includes basic proficiencies in some or all the following: plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical/mechanical systems.
• Intermediate Computer Skills/Experience to include MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Ability to perform and manage basic projects using independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Strong customer and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Aptitude for organizing tasks, managing time and prioritizing projects.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with other internal departments.
• Excellent time management and task tracking skills.

Workplace Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by