Job Description:

If you are looking to advance your career. Highly motivates and can work independently. Look no further Flagship Lab Services is seeking a Building Engineer working in a Class A Biotechnology building in Durham, NC.The successful candidate will be able to operate in a dynamic and fast paced environment while regular interfacing with key client contacts. This position offers a competitive wage and benefits package.Benefits401K with match that offers a 50% match.Election into Health Dental and Vision insurance is paid 100% by FlagshipYou will accrue a vacation benefit of 80 hours per year with a balance limit of 120 hours. Cell Phone & Laptop provided.Many opportunities for advancement/ growthTickets at Work13 paid Holidays + 2 floating holidaysEssential Functions Building Systems Maintenance: Ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of all building systems, including HVAC, Electrical, plumbing, and fire protections systems. This includes conducting regular inspections, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating repairs or replacements as needed.60 precent of your responsibility will be handling tenant needs. You will serve as a point of contact for tenants, addressing their concerns, and resolving maintenance issues promptly. Building strong relationships with tenants and providing exceptional customer service to ensure their satisfaction.Overseeing the day- to day operations of the building. Being prepared to respond to emergency situations effectively and ensuring the safety of tenants and building occupants.Ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards. Conducting regular inspections, maintaining records, and addressing any non-compliance issues promptly. Maintaining a safe and secure environment for tenants and employees.Coordinating and overseeing the work of external vendors and contractors. This includes managing service contracts, and negotiating pricing, and ensuring quality workmanship. Building strong relationship with service providers.Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, tenants' requests, and any incidents or repairs. Generating reports, documenting procedures, and providing regular updates to management and tenants.These responsibilities are crucial for the smooth operation of a Class A bio tech building with tenants, ensuring the building's functionality, tenant satisfaction, and adherence to safety and compliance standards. Knowledge and Skills Previous experience managing vendors. Knowledge of biotech infrastructure and systems.Knowledge of equipment, controls, and building automation maintenance. Technical disciplines in Plant Operations, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings and technical manuals.Ability to manage operating budgets and capital plans.Proficient verbal and written communication skills.EPA (CFC) 608 Certificate preferred.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and show evidence of experience in operations, maintenance and repair of equipment in a biotech environment.Be proficient in computer, electronic and automated functions.Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods. Management and leadership skills.Technical Capacity.Performance Management Business Acumen.Communication Proficiency.Ethical Conduct.Problem Solving/Analysis.Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in electrical and HVAC or any similar combination of experience and education.Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record with periodic checks.Background checks will be required.Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service.Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in maintenance work.Excellent interpersonal skills and is a team player.Ability to communicate effectively.May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties.Education and Work Experience Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent preferred.A minimum of four years previous professional experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience commercial facilities maintenance and building maintenance.Background in the Life Sciences, Biotech and BioPharma industry preferably Work EnvironmentFast paced Biotech/Biopharma environmentHigh sense of urgency The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments and Laboratory environments.Exposed to highly confidential information.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.The employee may regularly lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds of office or facilities equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Under The Americans with Disabilities Act reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Work Authorization/Security ClearanceAuthorized to work in the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerFlagShip is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.