The Ordway: The Ordway is the arts epicenter of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and one of the leading nonprofits performing arts centers in the country. Founded on the belief that performing arts should be wide-ranging and accessible to all, the Ordway is home to a variety of performances that encompass the finest in Broadway musicals, concerts, dance and vocal artists. Known as the most comfortable place to catch a show in Minnesota, the Ordway includes a magnificent 1,900-seat Music Theater, a state-of-the-art 1,100-seat Concert Hall and spacious lobbies. The Ordway aims to reflect the communities it serves and address barriers to ensure everyone can experience the power of the performing arts. 

Position Purpose: The Building Engineer is a full time, non-exempt position, and serves as a member of the building engineer crew. This is a hands on position serving as a working member of the engineering crew.  

Work jurisdiction, conditions of employment, wage policies and benefits are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 70 and Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.  

Position Details:

• Posting Date: 10/4/24
• Closing Date: Open until filled, this position will remain open until the Ordway has seen a diverse pool of candidates
• Employee Type: Full-time, hourly, union
• Pay: $35.12 per hour
• Department: Engineering   
• Reports to: Chief Facility Engineer

Key Performance Areas:  

• Inspects, coordinates and performs installation, repairs, and maintenance of building engineering equipment, HVAC automation system, facilities and physical plant.
• Works in conjunction with other engineering department personnel in the performance and execution of department operations.        
• Must be available on an on call basis as needed.
• The Ordway is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and inclusive objectives of the organization and promote a culture of respect.

Other Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in building automation systems, maintenance and fire emergency systems.
• Five years’ experience in building maintenance. 
• Experience with building automation and fire and life safety systems.  (Honeywell HVAC automation system and Simplex fire and life safety systems preferred).
• Must have strong maintenance skill/knowledge of plumbing, carpentry (wood and metal), painting, electrical (single phase 120v thru three phase 480v). 
• Must have the ability to team build and motivate staff
• Must be able to work varied hours.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience with District Energy heating and cooling services preferred. 
• Functional ability with Microsoft Office products.
• The ability to learn and adapt to other software technologies and systems.
• Building automation systems, reverse osmosis, systems, fire and life safety systems, large air handlers, motors, pumps, air compressors and associated control systems.
• Hand tools and power tools.

The Ordway requires all employees to adhere to the COVID safety standards set by the artists and tours that perform on our stages. This means that at times Ordway employees may be required to wear masks, to take COVID tests, and possibly, to provide proof of COVID vaccination. The Ordway is an equal opportunity employer and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants based on disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.  

To Apply: For more information or to apply, visit ordway.org/employment.  

Ordway is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, age, local human rights commission activity, national origin, and veteran, or disability status.  The Ordway Theater and administrative office are wheelchair accessible and service animals are welcomed. All applicants who have questions or needs regarding access accommodations or interpreting assistance for job interviews are encouraged to reach out to Human Resources.   

We know there are great candidates who may not fit into the criteria we’ve outlined here, or who have important skills we haven’t listed. If that’s you, please don’t hesitate to apply anyway and tell us about yourself.