Engineer I

Engineer I is a base engineering position for individuals possessing good mechanical skills and basic experience in the following trades: Carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, tile, carpet, pool maintenance, central plant equipment, kitchen equipment, pool maintenance, drywall, taping, texturing, etc. To the extent possible Engineer I will rotate to a new trade and be mentored to an E2 level or other seasoned tradesman/engineer. This is a learning process for both parties but will ensure that accomplishments will be presented in the standard of quality accustomed to Silverton. Show desire or willingness to educate himself/herself in the field of engineering.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections. Inspect used parts to determine wear and dimensional requirements. Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments with hand tools, levels, plump bobs and straightedges.
• Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools and power tools; install functional and structural parts, start devices to test performance; lubricate and clean parts and equipment.
• Use drill press, grinders, welding equipment, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Assemble, install, replace and repair pipes, fittings, fixtures for heating, water, air conditioning, and drainage systems, according to plumbing codes.
• Inspect pipe systems to determine cause of malfunction; commodes, water heaters, and hot water tanks.
• Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing faulty pipes, and unclogging drains.
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, install, weld and braze pipes and fittings.
• Perform minor electrical repairs, such as replacing fuses, light bulbs, ballasts, switches, wall plates and outlets, lighting fixtures, and using electrician’s hand tools.
• Perform watch round duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair duties in guest rooms and public areas, including but not limited to room A/C, caulking, grout, tile, paint, wallpaper, finish plumbing, furniture repair, minor carpet repairs, and snaking/plumbing drains and fixtures.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Operate and maintain equipment and systems I the most cost and energy efficient manner available.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.