Building Operating Engineer

About SCC

Most people are familiar with the Seattle Convention Center (SCC) because we host a large variety of meetings, events, and conventions. That is the primary role we play – the Center provides a venue in which people gather from around the region, the nation, and the world to share ideas, celebrate and learn.

But our role goes well beyond that. The Center has a longstanding commitment to positively impact the lives of those in our region and beyond, advancing the common good. The legacy of our civic actions for the community holds as true today as when we opened our doors in 1988. Read more about our Community Impact here.

Employees are the heartbeat of this extraordinary service culture and contribute to our collective success. This will be even more evident as we scale our operations to support two buildings, Arch and Summit, in the vibrant core of downtown Seattle.  

Required Credentials

•       City of Seattle Steam License Grade 4
•       Refrigeration Operators License; or must obtain within 6 months of hire
•       Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certification; or must obtain within 6 months of hire

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the BOE Foreperson, this position works directly and in conjunction with the rest of the Facilities and Operations teams to ensure the safety, efficacy, and reliability of all aspects of SCC facilities. Responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of systems related to the physical plant facility, including energy management control systems (EMCS), heating ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC), refrigeration heat pumps, water heaters, thermostats, air filters, air ducts, circulating pumps, oil pressure indicators, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, cabinet fans, control panels, and commercial restaurant appliances.

The schedule for this position will be Wednesday through Sunday 8 AM to 4:30PM during building occupied event days. When there are days with no events occupying the building, the workday may start as early as 5 AM with prior approval of the BOE Foreperson and/or the Director of Facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

•       Diagnose, repair, and work with subcontractors on all SCC HVAC and plumbing equipment malfunctions
•       Read, interpret, and work with blueprints, departmental policies and procedures, equipment maintenance manuals and city codes
•       Schedule and perform HVAC modifications as needed for each event throughout SCC facility
•       Operate, maintain, and repair the EMCS, refrigeration, air conditioning, and ventilation systems to ensure efficient operation
•      Operate, maintain, and repair furnaces, heat pumps, water heaters, thermostats, air filters, air ducts, circulation pumps, cooling towers, cabinet fans, control panels, and commercial kitchen equipment (gas stoves, ovens, deep fryers, bakery equipment, conveyers, and commercial coffee equipment)
•      Inspect equipment and adjust temperature in refrigeration and air conditioning units; maintain proper water level and steam pressure
•      Usage of power tools, testing equipment, and measuring devices
•      Operate computer systems and controls system (Siemens Apogee/Desigo)
•      Schedule HVAC system start and stop times based on reporting and data available from Ungerboeck Business Management System. Communicate and coordinate with SCC Event Services Managers to maximize energy efficiency
•      Inspect equipment and safety operations for proper operation including properly tightening belts, changing filters, and lubricating equipment
•      Test water, chemically treat condenser and chill water
•      Respond to emergency calls for the repair of a variety of mechanical equipment and building systems
•       Maintain records of job time and materials used. Prepare materials lists for projects or repairs as needed
•      Effectively use a two-way radio and maintain current knowledge of appropriate use of the radio, as well as all SCC radio codes and the related FCC regulations. Effectively use the multi-line telephone system
•      Respond to questions and requests from visitors, other SCC departments, and client subcontractors and provide appropriate information/directions in a patient, efficient and courteous manner

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands and arms to reach, handle, or feel; climb or balance; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

On occasion the employee is required to use SCC power man lift equipment including scissor lifts or articulating boom lifts. The employee will maintain all required certifications to use equipment and follow all safety guidelines when using equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of experience as a building operations or stationary engineer or any equivalent combination of training and experience, required
• Experience with reading mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing/Fire Protection) construction plans and documents
• Experience with fire pumps and wet/dry sprinkler systems. Basic understanding of fire/life safety systems and typical interfacing with HVAC control schemes and programs
• Experience with Siemens Apogee Building Automation Systems and subunits
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

•      City of Seattle Steam License Grade 3

Benefit Highlights: 

• Pay upon hire: $48.62 ($50.08 effective 8/1/2023)
• Paid Leave benefits
  • Vacation (10 days upon completion of 1 year)
  • Paid holidays (11 set by SCC, 2 personal)
• Health/Welfare benefits
• Pension benefits
• Subsidized transportation benefits 

* Visit https://www.engineerstrust.com/ to review additional information on benefits 

Disability Accommodations and Equal Employment Opportunity

If accommodations are required either to complete the application process and/or attend an interview, please contact the Human Resources Department at 206-694-5038.

Seattle Convention Center is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual preference, orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, age, religion, veteran status, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Notes on the Application Process

•       This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately
•       Only applications submitted directly to Seattle Convention Center’s jobs page will be considered; applications submitted via external websites or applications will not be received
•       A current resumé may be submitted in lieu of filling out the attached Application for Employment only if it includes accurate dates – including month and year – of both previous employment and any relevant experience/education history.
•      In the event your application is selected for interview, a hiring representative will reach out via your provided phone or email contact information. The final hiring process will involve employment reference checks and a criminal background check.

Salary : $49 - $50