Building Engineer HVAC

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This hands-on position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, optimization, and reliability of mechanical systems (HVAC) supporting a live broadcast studio environment.

This position ensures the continuous operation, maintenance, and climate control of critical facility infrastructure (electrical distribution, power, HVAC, building controls and physical plant) in a live broadcasting environment to ensure continuous uptime, precise environmental control and compliance with safety and broadcast-critical standards. The position collaborates directly with broadcast technicians to prevent technical downtime, maintaining the strict environmental conditions required for 24/7 mission-critical media operations.

• 7+ years' experience in:
  • Commercial, mission critical facility such as hospital, or media/broadcast facilities preferred
  • HVAC and mechanical system operations
• Experience in data centers, studios, or critical environments strongly preferred
• High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree in HVAC/R, facilities engineering, or related field (or equivalent technical experience)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems (chilled water, DX, VAV)
  • Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS)
  • Mechanical system controls and automation
• Familiarity with:
  • Redundancy design (N+1, 2N)
  • Load calculations and thermal management
  • Acoustic and vibration considerations
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
• Ability to work under pressure during live broadcast scenarios
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• HVAC Technical Training Certificate preferred
• EPA Certificate required
• OSHA 10/40 Certification preferred
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and customer focused skills
• Understanding of advanced principles of chilled water systems, refrigeration systems, and domestic water systems
• Working knowledge of plumbing, painting, electrical, and/or other general repair skills preferred
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License and be able to operate a motor vehicle
• Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.
• Familiarity CMMS or digital work order systems (e.g., Service Now, iOFFICE, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Customer service mindset with a professional, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work Saturdays as part of a standard weekly schedule.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours and on-call shifts, including early morning, late night, weekend, and holidays when the need arises, such as during Live studio broadcasts.

• Operate and maintain HVAC, chilled water systems, air handling units (AHUs), and precision cooling systems supporting studio and technical spaces.
• Manage and monitor critical infrastructure equipment including Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, chillers, and CRAH/CRAC units.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical HVAC systems, closed loop systems, and chillers to prevent overheating in server rooms, studios, master control rooms (MCR), and production spaces.
• Manage and monitor building systems (BMS/BAS) to ensure optimal environmental conditions for broadcast equipment and respond to alarms.
• Work in tandem with broadcast engineering and DTS teams to align facility capabilities with high-tech production needs.
• Maintain environmental conditions for:
  • Studios (temperature stability, silent operation)
  • Control rooms and edit suites
  • Equipmen…