Lead Building Engineer

The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread is a private, operating foundation located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Racine, WI. We convene small to mid-size groups of people within the beauty of our natural environment to engage in critical conversations about issues that matter to communities. We strive to embrace our core values of Passion, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Aspiration and Equity in all we do. 

We are seeking a self-motivated Lead Building Engineer who can work independently and as a team member to perform various facility related skilled and semi-skilled tasks and projects.  Responsibilities may include but are not limited to maintenance and repair services, building checks, preventative care, repair or replacement of obsolete, worn or broken building systems or equipment, and management of select contracted services. 

Responsibilities:

• Leads the maintenance and repairs of the buildings’ mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety and security systems. Specific duties include (but are not limited to)
  • Chiller and boiler maintenance, including closed loop water system maintenance
  • Kitchen equipment repair
  • Plumbing repair and maintenance
  • Painting and patching drywall
  • Light electrical work
  • Purchasing inventory and parts ordering
  • Operating and maintaining outdoor equipment
  • Tree trimming and chainsaw use
  • Snow removal
• Provides exceptional customer service when responding to guest and employee requests/complaints around safety, building maintenance and other environmental concerns
• Other duties as needed

Minimum requirements: 

• Minimum of five years’ experience in building and facilities maintenance work or mechanical trade, refrigeration card a plus 
• Experience and understanding in building control systems and preventative maintenance software
• Comfortable using a computer and Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and a good driving record
• High school diploma or an equivalency diploma issued by a state department of education

As part of a small team, you will have a willingness and ability to be flexible, self-motivated, willing to learn new skills, be results-oriented, collaborate well with a range of colleagues, and take initiative to complete projects and tasks. Work schedule flexibility necessary to assist other members of the team in sharing call-in and occasional weekend schedules. Culturally and racially diverse candidates encouraged to apply. 

As a Full- Time employee, you will be eligible for a wide array of benefits, including health, dental, vision, 403(b) plan contribution, paid vacation and holidays (including the week between Christmas and the New Year), opportunities for professional development, and more!

If you have interest in being considered for this unique opportunity to play an important role in the mission of our organization, please submit a resume, cover letter and pay expectations to:  hr@johnsonfdn.org 

The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread is an equal opportunity employer.