Building Engineer at Kia Forum
Inglewood, CAFull-timeKia Forum - Engineering & MaintenancePosted 4 months ago
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<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Building Engineer will operate, maintain, and care for all Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing aspects of the facility. In conjunction with the VP of Arena Operations, establish a high level of facility appearance, functionality and operational standards that will firmly establish the reputation and status of the Kia Forum as a premier entertainment facility. The Building Engineer will be the key management contact for all building engineering functions during events.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Principal Duties and Responsibilities</span></h2>
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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Perform preventative and corrective maintenance for the facility including all electrical equipment, mechanical, refrigeration, and HVAC plumbing.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Operate and maintain all components of the electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Inspect and make necessary repairs as needed to electrical systems, pumps, motors, compressors, and plumbing.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure adherence to all applicable building codes and regulations.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Be familiar with all infrastructural aspects of the building.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Under the supervision of the LAFD Fire Marshal and Chief Engineer, must be familiar with and maintain building sprinkler, standpipe, smoke purge, and emergency exit lighting systems. Must have working knowledge of the fire panel.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be knowledgeable of building exits and paths of egress and ensure both are always kept clear.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Operate the automated Fire Alarm system and respond to alarms and emergency situations. Assist LAFD with knowledge of facility particularly related to Life Safety Systems and planning.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with event schedule and provide support for event requirements, as needed.</span></li>
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<h2><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Key Qualifications</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Required Qualifications:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">2-4 years’ experience working in a public assembly facility preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Have a diverse and strong technical background in all mechanical areas in both operating and troubleshooting.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">EPA 608 certification preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience as a Facility Maintenance Engineer preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience with Facility BMS Systems such as Lighting and HVAC controls and scheduling preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">OSHA 10 certification preferred.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment and able to take direction from Management.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Adept at maintaining a positive, open, approachable, and professional relationship with a diverse group.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to prioritize, problem solve and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Technical/Functional Competencies:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to maintain, service and take an analytical approach to trouble shooting and repairing refrigeration compressors, package units, commercial food service refrigeration equipment, building systems pumps, 3 phase motors, and AC electrical distribution panels.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Plumbing abilities include sweating and brazing, ability to cut and install no hub, copper, galvanized and black iron pipe, as well as installation of plumbing fixture, e.g., toilets, sinks, urinals, and faucets. Must be able to use a mechanical snake to clear main line sewer stoppages.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Electrical troubleshooting with basic knowledge of how an electrical circuit works.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist with carpentry, welding, and metal fabrication.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This position will play a key role in managing energy and utility consumption within the venue.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Compensation</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Target salary range for this role is $30 to $35 per hour depending on experience.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This position is a non-exempt role and considered full-time. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We offer a competitive benefits program, including:</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Medical, Dental and Vision plans</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">401(k) plan with company contribution</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Wellbeing Allowance of up to $1,000 per year</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Paid vacation and sick time</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Paid parental leave</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Company-paid Long Term Disability insurance</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Voluntary Life Insurance options for employee, spouse and children</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Employee Assistance Program</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Mind health support via Modern Health and Headspace</span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">The Kia Forum is a proud equal opportunity employer. It is our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.</span> </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Halo Sports & Entertainment uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.</span></span></p></div>