Apprentice Operating Engineer Jobs in Rhode Island

2nd Shift Position

HVAC Trade License Preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Other duties may be assigned.  Management also reserves the right to change or modify this position description from time to time to meet the needs of the site and/or building(s) 
•    Regular attendance at the client’s facility
•    Perform HVAC preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance procedures, daily checks, inspections
•    Act as a team leader in the execution of HVAC maintenance. Work safely and with the objective of maintaining a best in class product 
•    Ensure all site safety work permits as defined within the Safety Program and the work orders are acknowledged and adhered to 
•    Coordinate between HVAC lead and other C&W Services maintenance team in the execution of HVAC related work 
•    Execute HVAC activities in accordance with the program’s work order schedule, or as directed by the scheduler/planner, and HVAC Lead
•    Attend all internal coordination meetings with Chief Engineer and the HVAC Lead
•    Coordinate equipment and specialty material deliveries and staging requirements
•    Assist with coordination and scheduled shut-downs as required to support any associated on-site operational requirements
•    Follows work completion and punch lists in accordance with established Quality Control and Quality Assurance Programs 
•    Ensure field installation compliance with all technical specifications and work orders
•    Direct helpers or apprentices in appropriate tasks
•    Perform extensive troubleshooting of all site-wide HVAC and associated Process Equipment, Plant Utility and Facility 
•    Applicable inventory to include Refrigeration Systems, Air Handlers, Supply Air Systems, Exhaust Systems, Cooling and Heating Coils
•    Site specialist for Building Automation System (BAS) 
•    Analyze problems and identify corrective measures
•    Frequently checking blueprints and building docs
•    Obtain supplies and spare parts, understanding repair manuals and parts catalogs; 
•    Review specifications, conduct site inspections, review system designs and drawings
•    Conduct start-up and participate in the commissioning of HVAC & BAS systems
•    Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality
•    Participate in site housekeeping; Completes work in accordance with C&W Services Business Systems Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions
•    Create and maintain all operational SOPs for site specific equipment and systems
REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Education and/or Experience): 
•    Work and influence apprentice technicians to promote and move forward towards licensing
•    Minimum experience: (5) years of field experience, trade school or apprenticeship
•    Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with both client’s personnel and C&W Services staff
•    Ability to communicate with multiple disciplines - both technical and non-technical
•    Knowledge of cooling tower water chemistry and control systems
•    Advanced knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems
•    Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) – Metasys, etc
•    Knowledge of GxP industry requirements
•    Proficient in central plant record keeping, data analysis and computerized maintenance management systems
•    Familiar with the Microsoft office suite in order to prepare reports, format spread sheets and communicates by email
•    Competency in Permit Requiring Confined Space
•    Be highly focused on customer satisfaction expectations
•    Good documentation and record keeping
•    Understanding of and strict adherence to daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA); 
•    OSHA 10 certification 
Other Qualifications & Physical Requirements:   
Must pass a criminal background check 
Must be capable to ascend/descent ladders and stairs for completing daily tasks 
Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassisted

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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