Engineer at Washington Athletic Club – Seattle, Washington

As one of the nation’s premier private athletic clubs and a Seattle institution, The Washington Athletic Club (WAC) is not simply a place to work, but a place to belong. The WAC features extensive amenities, such as fitness centers, a stunning pool, three restaurants, a hotel, a spa, banquet halls, and more. Built in 1930, our beautifully maintained 21-story building in downtown Seattle has landmark status.

The WAC is seeking individuals who are dedicated to being the best and are willing to embrace the Club’s five core values: Leadership, Excellence, Integrity, Service and Sensitivity.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Journeyman Engineer to join our Building Operations team. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general infrastructure. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience, a strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for all building occupants.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, service calls, fire alarms, elevator problems, and emergencies
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, maintain, and upgrade the following systems:

o Refrigeration/HVAC systems

o Electrical systems

o Plumbing systems

(including domestic hot & cold-water systems)

o Steam systems, hydronic heating and cooling systems

o Sanitary waste systems

o Pool/Whirlpool equipment & systems

o BAS/fire alarm systems

o Kitchen equipment & systems

o Laundry equipment & systems

o Building control systems

o Cable TV & A/V equipment

• Recommend building repair and maintenance requirements, continuously improving the scope of preventative and predictive maintenance
• Order and maintain adequate supplies to keep up with the Club’s needs concerning engineering-related supplies and equipment. Other duties as assigned.
• Clean and maintain mechanical areas and related equipment
• Attend Building Operations department meetings and offer input

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in trade and building maintenance
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems
• Proficient with electromechanical troubleshooting and able to read one line diagrams, schematics, and control logic on both low and high volt systems
• Basic welding skills and ability to use a wide variety of mechanical tools, both hand and power
• Refrigeration License Preferred – EPA section 608 technician certification
• Service and communication skills for members and team members (both in person and on the phone)
• Must be able to adjust work schedule for occasional off-hours and/or on-call special projects.
• Basic computer skills, including Word and Excel.

SHIFT:

Saturday - Wednesday, 4:30 PM - 12:30 AM

BENEFIT INFORMATION

• Benefit package for full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and pension
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays per year
• 401(K) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• ORCA Passport Program
• Pet insurance available
• Free daily meal (soup/salad bar)
• Discount on spa services and products

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working inside a controlled atmosphere building and must be able to work in cooler and warmer temperatures.

The Washington Athletic Club has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Washington Athletic Club reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Washington Athletic Club may deem appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Stand C (Constantly)

Walk C (Constantly)

Sit O (Occasionally)

Handling/Fingering C (Constantly)

Reach Outward C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly)

Climb F (Frequently)

Crawl F (Frequently)

Squat F (Frequently)

Bend C (Constantly)

Lift/Carry

10 lbs or less O (Occasionally)

11-20 lbs O (Occasionally)

21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)

13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)

26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Other Physical Requirements

?Vision

?Sense of Sound

? Sense of Smell

?Sense of Taste

?Sense of Touch

?Ability to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)