About Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the new home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United and opened for its first events in August 2017. The stadium is also host of numerous other sports and entertainment events. The multi-purpose venue features flexible capacity that can expand to up to 83,000 seats; a retractable roof structure inspired by the oculus in the ancient Rome Pantheon; views of the Atlanta skyline; a 360-degree HD video halo board that, at nearly six stories tall and 1,100 linear feet in diameter, is the largest in the NFL and the world; an exterior fan plaza that provides fans with pre- and post-game entertainment; and a host of bars, restaurants and unique gathering destinations offering fans an unparalleled game day experience. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is part of AMB Sports & Entertainment, which also includes the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United.
Who we are
We use our core values as a compass to guide our decisions because they are our North Star. If we live our core values daily, we know everything else will take care of itself. We enjoy a culture rooted in giving back to others through our time, talents, labor, and financial commitment. We are successful when we collaborate with and value each other like family, maintain a hunger to delight guests and continuously innovate, listen closely for even the smallest need for improvement, stand up for convictions, and genuinely own our responsibilities as if our name is on the outside of the building.
Our Ideal Candidates
Actively Listen – Take an active role in listening by being present in the moment, using healthy body language, and ensuring joint understanding. When we read between the lines and hear what others are saying and what they are not saying, we encounter amazing opportunities to go the extra mile in serving them.
Collaborate – Realize that we are better together than we are alone. We achieve much better results when others have the opportunity to add their diverse perspectives. Be open to feedback and actively seek input from a variety of people at varying levels because the best ideas come from those who are closest to those we serve.
Engage in Servant Leadership – Put others ahead of yourself even when it’s difficult. Find opportunities to lead by example in the way you pitch in and help others. Giving back to others is at the heart of what we do.
Build Relationships – Cultivate trust in relationships by showing respect and sensitivity. Invest time in helping others to continuously improve by listening to their ideas and helping them to continuously improve.
Own Results – Own issues you encounter even when they are outside of your area of responsibility by taking action or seeking out the needed resolution. You are empowered and expected to take risks aimed at exceeding the expectations of our guests. Take advantage of this rare opportunity by utilizing available resources.
Position Description
HVAC Mechanic for Mercedes-Benz Stadium is an integral part of Stadium Operations. This role services all our facility HVAC systems to keep our building fully functional with high emphasis on efficiency and human comfort. As a member of the engineering team this role is responsible for maintaining the state-of-the-art mechanical plant and Building Automation System (Metasys). As part of the Operations department this role supports a variety of event related services as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performed scheduled preventative maintenance as assigned using the stadium CMMS.
- Maintains a variety of stadium heating, air conditioning, ventilation equipment incorporated with the building chilled water and boiler systems.
- Monitors, operates, and diagnoses equipment via BAS (Johnson Controls Metasys)
- Assist with kitchen and concession equipment repairs.
- Supports and guides contractual work in the stadium as requested by management.
- Maintains a safety and cleanliness in all equipment spaces and work areas.
- Other duties, functions, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned by manager.
Education Requirements
A high school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required with 2-year technical degree in HVAC Refrigeration with knowledge of physical plant operations. A minimum of six (6) years’ experience as an air conditioning mechanic for an air conditioning contractor with three (3) years’ experience as a journeyman required. Prefer two (2) years as an air conditioning mechanic for a multi-purpose facility servicing major exhibition, entertainment and/or meeting oriented events. Formal BAS controls training is highly recommended.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: State of Georgia, Conditioned Air Contractors, Non-restricted; ACCA, Universal Technician, Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification Program; Boiler Certification may be substituted based on experience. Certification in Refrigeration from a junior college or technical school preferred. OSHA 10 certification; CPR certification recommended but not required; forklift certification; aerial working platform certification required.
Required Skill
- Ability to diagnose and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and plant equipment.
- Ability to read and comprehend manuals, blueprints, sketches, and drawings.
- Must be able to monitor and operate equipment functions and scheduling in the stadium BAS (Metasys).
- Basic pipe fitting skills such as brazing and propress.
- Knowledgeable in mechanical and refrigeration systems.
- Technologically skilled to understand and maintain work order documentation in the CMMS.
- Knowledgeable in maintaining refrigerant usage logs within EPA standards.
- Must be available for approximately 75 % all events held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium including Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC soccer, concerts, etc. Associates must be available for events on nights, weekends and holidays.
- This is a Full-time position requiring flexible schedules possible first and second shift rotation
- Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, meet tight deadline and function under stress.
- Ability to stand, walk or walk up and down stairs throughout an event
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at high elevations
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
