Building Engineer in Elton

The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Building Engineer for the Greater Pennsylvania Region. The position is based in Johnstown but will include travel throughout the state. The primary facility in Johnstown is regulated by the FDA and is 131,000 square feet. Experience working in an FDA-regulated, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility is highly valued.

Under minimal guidance, the Building Engineer will oversee and conduct maintenance and repair in specific, regulated American Red Cross buildings. The role involves advising in the planning for building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design, and general building maintenance. The Building Engineer will maintain basic knowledge of structural systems, control systems, code issues, and ability to recognize problematic mechanical devices. All duties will be performed in compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as onsite subject matter expert on building engineering, advising on building systems, electricity, equipment repair, building design, and general building maintenance.
• Perform service work in specialized building systems such as mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulics, carpentry, or machine servicing; assist in operations and maintenance issues, troubleshooting, and problem solving as required.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on all HVAC equipment and related machinery.
• Ensure all regulatory operations meet minimum compliance standards; maintain ongoing regulated and role‑specific training in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Enforce organization safety policies, regulations, and procedures related to facilities management; conduct facility safety and fire extinguisher inspections, schedule fire drills, maintain safety documentation, oversee emergency generators, and create or issue security access cards.
• Monitor security surveillance system and equipment as needed.
• Oversee and maintain facility maintenance work‑order system, coordinate and submit work orders, and provide maintenance dispatch for emergency requests.
• Provide administrative support, including coordination of preventative maintenance schedules, ordering department supplies, recording and logging maintenance, and maintaining accurate operational logs of equipment in the building.
• Handle regulated supplies and oversee bio‑waste pick‑ups, supplies, and destruction manifests.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent trade school certificate required. Current Universal Refrigerant license, OSHA 10, and HVAC certification required. ASHE membership or ability to obtain and maintain required membership.
• Experience: Minimum seven years of related experience, preferably within laboratory, hospital setting, SDS, or CGMP controlled environments.
• Management Experience: N/A
• License & Certifications: Current Universal Refrigerant license, OSHA 10, and HVAC certification required.
• Travel: Will involve some travel. A current, valid driver’s license is required.

Skills & Abilities

• Operate independently with initiative and support an assigned area of responsibility with minimal supervision.
• Competent in electrical and plumbing areas of knowledge.
• Basic working knowledge of emergency power generators.
• Ability to assess building envelope (roof, structure, etc.).
• Familiar with NFPA fire codes, building codes, NEC electrical codes, and facility management systems.
• Experience with training teams, capital project forecasting, and annual budgets.
• Prior experience performing relationship management with vendors, partners, suppliers.
• Able to read and understand MEP and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to work on a team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off starting at 19 days a year; based on type of job and tenure.
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 6% match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Insurance.
• Service Awards and recognition.

Equal Opportunity Statement

American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable state and local laws.