Description:     KURT SIMONS COMPANY -  We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician for a company-owned commercial property portfolio in Austin, TX.  Responsibilities include completion of Tenant work orders, general repairs, preventative maintenance, trouble-shooting problems with building systems and coordination with outside vendor services.

Requirements:  Must be a self-starter and able to work well independently and with others.  Qualified applicants must have experience and working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, septic, roof and waterproofing.  A clean driving record, background check and drug test is mandatory.

Salary is based on background and experience, with approved overtime as required.  Benefits include health insurance, paid vacations and holidays.

Please email resumes to ksco@kurtsimonscompany.com, or fax to 512-327-2302.
 

The Senior Data Center and Facilities Engineer provides a safe, clean, organized data center environment while continually planning for growth by forecasting needs. Hostway is seeking a technically and mechanically minded individual to oversee data center facilities maintenance and expansion, including electrical, HVAC and security systems. In addition to working with the local lead staff, this individual will interface with facilities personnel in other company locations and with outside contractors and vendors. This individual will act as the interface between teams, local contractors and employees responsible for maintenance and operation of the facility (including mechanical and electrical systems and general management/maintenance of the building itself).

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating preventative maintenance on all environmental controls, electrical equipment, fire suppression systems, security systems and related facilities infrastructure.
• Assist in maintaining a run book of procedures for natural disasters, fire and other possible risks associated with running an Internet data center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Work to develop and maintain a complete risk assessment inventory database that includes all systems within data centers.
• Work closely with the other departments to develop and maintain a facilities plan for future growth and planned projects.
• Maintain effective controlled access storage areas within our leased space.
• Assist department heads with cubicle and office planning.
• Solve problems using analytical, technical and organizational abilities.
• Understand and document facilities infrastructure.
• Monitor equipment (generator, breaker panels, etc).
• Respond to facilities-based alerts and problems.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports.
• Day-to-day facilities maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; a minimum of two years of college strongly preferred.
• A minimum of three years experience in data center or commercial facilities maintenance.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills.
• An undergraduate degree in an appropriate technical field.
• A good understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment including feeders, generators, PDUs, cooling systems and UPS systems.
• Strong knowledge of IT.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and manage one's time effectively.
• Exceptional oral and written English communication skills are a definite requirement along with excellent computer skills and Internet proficiency.
• Ability to effectively deal with change and ambiguity.
• Ability to continually learn new technologies.
• Must be able to use common tools to perform needed facilities maintenance.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Available for on-call duties as necessary

To be considered, email your resume including salary requirements to careers@hostway.com . Please include reference code SDC090309AK.

The City of Austin is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Building Services Manager.
This position is responsible for managing multi-tenant facilities and grounds.
For additional job duties and information, closing deadline and instructions for applying, visit their home page at http://www.austincityjobs.org. 

The City of Austin is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic.
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JOB SUMMARY
Ensure the proper performance of all necessary maintenance and operational tasks developed to assure maximum life and reliability of all mechanical systems for assigned properties/facilities. Facility is a new 98K sq. ft. facility in the Buda/Kyle area.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Assist in or conduct the daily operations and maintenance of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general maintenance requirements of buildings using a computer based work order system

Supervise maintenance staff, assign and monitor maintenance projects

Perform preventive maintenance duties, including changing filters, oiling motors, replacing light fixtures, inspecting/adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning shafts and annual inspections as directed by manufacturers

Accurately and consistently document time spent performing preventive maintenance or tenant requested work as this will be used for billing purposes

Recommend improvements for the preventive maintenance program on an on-going basis

Develop/maintain effective building specific maintenance procedures using owners preventive maintenance and work order system. Facility is new.

Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians

Maintain stock inventory control

Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer, owner or tenant concerns

Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits

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

Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, schedule, coordinate, and oversee the work of maintenance staff.  Ensure team members have appropriate resources to deliver client services in timely, efficient manner.  Provide input and recommendations for employee selection, training, and performance evaluation.  Provide technical and/or professional advice to team members.

QUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED equivalent

5+ years demonstrated experience in a maintenance environment

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses

Must be certified as a Universal Technician for CFC’s

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to effectively present information to co-workers, building owners and/or supervisors on a one-on-one basis.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
Requires no knowledge of financial terms and principles.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES
Proficient computer skills; familiar with Energy Management System (EMS) programming, Microsoft Word, Excel and fire alarm systems

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Decisions made with advanced understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

DISCLAIMER
This 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 the job.

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