Building Engineer

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all building maintenance and operations align with Hines’ service level standards, ensuring a best‑in‑class, client‑centric experience across the property.
• Support engineering staff in the delivery of Hines’ Hospitality Standards.
• Maintain a collaborative and professional work environment with all staff while actively contributing to achieving the team’s strategic goals.
• Provide a timely and hospitable response to all inquiries and property work orders.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems including, but not limited to, pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors and air handling units.
• Maintain operation logs and files, as appropriate, covering central plant operations, chemical consumption records, and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property.
• Adjust and modify HVAC and related equipment as necessary to uphold established operating criteria within the parameters defined by the Supervisor.
• Utilize expertise in HVAC distribution and controls to implement adjustments and/or corrective actions necessary to resolve work orders.
• Conduct general repairs, maintenance, and replacements of building components including, but not limited to, building fixtures and appliances, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Demonstrate full competency in all current Hines and property emergency procedures.
• Utilize fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property; make adjustments as needed.
• Adhere to all Hines and property policies and procedures and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Help ensure property compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards, and regulations.
• Participate in the water treatment chemical programs established in the property.
• Engage in required training activities and seminars.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• 2+ years commercial HVAC or related experience.
• High degree of emotional intelligence with proven ability to think creatively in all job responsibilities.
• Strong supervisory and analytical abilities with a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of the Hines “Introduction to Engineering” training program.
• Functional knowledge of the Engineering Assessment Guidelines and proficiency in the assigned area(s) of the Guidelines.
• Ability to use testing equipment such as analog/digital multimeters, pressure, temperature, airflow, and leak detection devices.
• Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws, hammers, etc.).
• Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment manuals, in written, oral, or scheduled form.
• Correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric, or engine‑driven), drill motors, saws, grinders, and impact wrenches.
• Compute basic mathematical equations for equipment performance testing and building operations.
• Sufficient computer skills to effectively administer required engineering programs.
• Understand and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.
• When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (e.g., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate). If not held at hire, obtain within six months.
• Work approximately 80% of the time indoors and 20% outdoors.
• Must be able to stand for an extended period, minimum 8 hours.
• Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects more than 25 lb without assistance.
• Ability to travel between floors and buildings, including frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead indoors and outdoors with temperature ranges from 0 – 100 °F.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights using A‑Frame and extension ladders from 5 ft to 16 ft, following OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.
• Meet the shift requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.

Compensation

Salary range: $63,300 – $79,200; 3% Bonus Pool.