Date: 07/15/24 Title: General Maintenance Engineer Department/Location: Facilities Department, Elsah Campus Organizational Relationships: Reports directly to the Chief Engineer Summary: This is a full-time general maintenance position and will include working with the Electricians, Plumbers and HVAC mechanics on repairs, projects, and preventative maintenance. Most of the work will involve preventative maintenance and repairs. Some new installation and equipment replacement work will be required. The work schedule for this position is Monday -Friday 7:00am-3:30pm. Who We Are At our award-winning pre-K-12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education-blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends. At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation's oldest student-run public affairs conference. Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued. *Work Performed - Essential Duties:
- Preventative maintenance of furnaces and air conditioners
- Preventative maintenance of drinking fountains
- Preventative maintenance and repairs of hydronic systems, including: pumps, AHU, VAV, FCU, Unit heaters and related piping and devices
- Preventative maintenance and repair of forced air systems (air handlers), exhaust fans, and supply fans
- Preventative maintenance and repair of other assorted HVAC equipment and devices
- Capable of operating trade related equipment and tools
- Monitoring of BAS and control systems
- Researching and ordering parts and supplies
- General housekeeping of mechanical rooms, storage areas and shop spaces.
- Performs minor repairs on plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems
Minimum Qualifications:
- Employee needs to be physically fit with no physical limitations on bending, stooping, climbing, walking and lifting
- A current valid driver license is required
- Employee must deal directly and amiably with customers and co-workers
- Employee needs to be self-motivated and able to work alone without supervision
- Employee is required to have a good mechanical aptitude and some experience with plumbing and electrical
- Computer and mobile device knowledge
*This description includes most, but not necessarily all of the activities and responsibilities currently assigned to this position. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Additionally, they do not establish a contract for employment.