Description

This position ensures the safety, functionality, and efficiency of ASHA’s facilities by leading building operations and supporting a well-maintained and welcoming environment for staff and members. The role provides direction to the Building Engineer Assistant and ensures that facilities meet high standards for performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee the operation and maintenance of a LEED certified “Gold” building to ensure cost effective, efficient and uninterrupted HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing services. Diagnose malfunctions and perform scheduled preventive maintenance, repairs, and project renovation tasks.  Ensure quality of vendor contracted services.
2. Perform energy audits. Track, trend and analyze utility data, investigate latest technologies and implement energy saving measures.
3. Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, safety, and building codes.
4. Serve as primary on-call responder for building-related emergencies.
5. Supervise and coach the Building Engineer Assistant, providing training and performance feedback.
6. Provide support for conference room technology and ensure meeting spaces are fully functional.
7. Maintain all building systems such as the fire alarm, light scheduling, and noise canceling systems.
8. Operate and administer ASHA’s Building Automation System.

Qualifications

Knowledge Typically Acquired Through

• 5-10 years of experience in facilities operations with expertise in commercial HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems
• Supervisory or team leadership experience in a collaborative environment
• Vocational training learned through post high school specialized trade, technical school or college

Skills

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• High level of proficiency with Building Automation Software (Johnson Controls Metasys preferred)
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Demonstrated familiarity with The United States Green Building Council and Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design
• Demonstrated ability to lift and move items up to 75 lbs.

About American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 247,000 members, certificate holders, and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology assistants; and students.

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