Facilities Engineer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Facilities Engineer maintains a continuous watch on all machinery and equipment throughout the facility to ensure uninterrupted supply of service and utilities. GMCH has existing vendor relationships for key systems to be utilized as needed.

• Must inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and replace any of the systems/items listed below
• HVAC
  — Heating, air conditioning, dehumidifying system, exhaust air system and computerized building/energy management system.
• Electrical
  — HVAC wiring and troubleshooting, security system wiring, electronic card reader system, surveillance systems, irrigation systems, fire control and safety systems. Sub‑systems include:
  • Energy
  • Door security card reader system
  • Lighting control system
  • Security gate system
  • Video security surveillance system
  • Property management system
  • Backup generator management
  • Fire alarm system (including kitchen)
  • Burglar alarm
  • Medical gas distribution, delivery and alarm system
• Plumbing
  — Dual temperature hot water regulated systems, pressurized medical gas, HVAC piping and metering valves, irrigation systems, chilled water systems, heating water systems, and spa/pool maintenance.
• Painting
  — Paint matching and general painting.
• Carpentry
  — Wall repair, miscellaneous carpentry.

• Works closely with the housekeeping team to maintain safety, efficiency, and patients & families comfort by combining daily operational checks with technical maintenance.
• Maintains an inventory for the routine replacement of expendable parts.
• Files and tracks warranties and service contracts for all house equipment, paper and electronic copies.
• Assists in development and management of facilities budget in partnership with DOO.
• Utilizes risk assessment facility report to develop short and long‑term facility and equipment maintenance and replacement plans.

• Oversees building projects, renovations, or refurbishments. Procure permits and schedule inspections as required.
• Works collaboratively with all departments and leads facilities support for events/meetings (room setup).
• Determines equipment and facility specifications to meet facility’s needs or standards.
• Provides assistance as needed with moving furniture and equipment, including placing of shelves, pictures, and related items.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as requested.

• Has working knowledge of landscaping/grounds maintenance— irrigation system, fertilizing requirements and knowledge of the design and layout of the irrigation systems, oversight of pavement, sidewalks, and parking lot.
• Maintains relationship with the landscape vendor, direct work accordingly.

• Partners and builds relationships with key vendors such as landscaping, spa, pest control, HVAC, outside security, and any other vendors needed to support seamless operations.
• Responsible for managing the relationship between GMCH and outside security, including periodical check‑ins and performance oversight and feedback.
• Analyzes projects’ operating costs and makes recommendations for the DOO on service plans.
• Collaborates with DOO in the development of any new construction projects.
• Collaborates with DOO in leading annual vendor review and feedback sessions.
• Sources new vendor relationships as needed.
• Makes recommendations for future projects and oversees contractors handling maintenance tasks.
• Requests quotes needed for equipment, furniture, and material replacements.
• Within facilities realm, reviews and approves invoices for payment.
• Utilizes GMCH resources in a cost‑effective manner.

• Ensures facility compliance with Title 24 California Building Standards Code, fire safety, environmental health, OSHA and accessibility requirements.
• In collaboration with the Compliance Officer, maintain required facility compliance logs and records; support state and county audit preparedness; oversee OSHA‑related safety practices, including hazardous materials handling and infection control; and lead Safety Committee meetings, monthly life safety audits, and quarterly emergency preparedness drills.
• In partnership with the DOO and Compliance Officer ensure proper permitting…