Building Engineer - Valhalla, NY R&D Campus

Pepsico
New York, US

Job Description

PBNA $58.37 / hour

Operate and maintain HVAC, electrical, controls and plumbing systems R&D center physical plant that supports R&D pilot plant, laboratory and office space in a safe, effective and efficient manner. Perform repairs as needed in a timely manner. Follow all safety and environmental procedures at all times. Provide building system support for project work and construction projects as needed. Provide support for lab and pilot plant staffs as necessary. Available 24/7 to respond to the site for emergencies.

Principle Accountabilities:

  • Operates building and site systems in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
  • Performs building tours to confirm systems operation and maintains records in computerized system.
  • Operates building automation systems daily in compliance with each systems sequence of operation. Provides regular feedback to manager on system operation and suggested adjustments.
  • Follows all PepsiCo's Safety Procedures and ensures all coworkers and outside contractors do so as well.
  • Keeps work areas and maintenance shop clean and organized
  • Maintains facility and maintenance stock inventory in an organized fashion and in proper locations
  • Performs other routine duties as assigned or scheduled including -- Lock and key management and repairs, laboratory furniture and equipment repairs, temperature controlled storage repairs, drives company vehicle to pick up parts as needed.
  • Must be available to respond to site emergencies 24/7 and work scheduled overtime and on call hours.
  • Performs equipment and system maintenance and repairs in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
  • Participates in team and planning meetings on regular basis.
  • Participate in Preventive Maintenance Tasks and complete associated Work Orders in the Work Management System
  • Coordinates all Facilities equipment movement and set-up into designated location in support of work order process
  • Performs routine light maintenance and minor facility repairs (e.g. carpet and furniture repair, etc.) in support of work order process

Critical Competencies:

  • Physically able to stand for long periods of time, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Adapts quickly to change. Ability to prioritize workload.
  • Must be well organized, capture and understand work details
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Computer literate, Outlook, Word, Excel, Siemens and Andover BMS
  • Must be proactive, reliable, and self-motivated and a team player
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision

Knowledge & Experience:

  • Above average competencies in electrical and system controls
  • Understanding and knowledge of the operation of steam boilers, refrigeration compressors, commercial HVAC systems, pumps, motors and fan systems
  • Minimum 5 -10 years' experience working with commercial physical plant equipment
  • Ability to read and understand construction drawings and system descriptions, P&ID's
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment
  • Must hold a valid refrigeration machine operators license
  • NY licensed electrician a plus

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

Please view our Pay Transparency Statement

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

Please view our Pay Transparency Statement

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

electrical and system controlssteam boilersrefrigeration compressorscommercial HVAC systemspumpsmotorsfan systemsconstruction drawingssystem descriptionsP&ID'sSiemensAndover BMScommunication skillsteamworkadaptabilityorganizationproactivityreliabilityself-motivationrefrigeration machine operators licenseNY licensed electricianbuilding systemsHVACelectricalcontrolsplumbingconstructionmaintenance

Salary

$37+

hour

Level

mid

Posted

4/8/2026

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