Building Engineer

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders and service requests promptly with minimal disruption to the tenant and their guests.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records for all assigned work, using the company’s work order management system.
• At the end of each shift, provide status updates for all open service requests to the property management team.
• Clean job sites upon completion of work, and ensure mechanical rooms are clear of dust and debris.
• Perform the day-to-day maintenance and repair of building systems such as lighting, plumbing, electrical, and structural (doors, ceilings, flooring, etc.); complete light-duty construction as needed.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot recurring issues per building and company.
• Inspect occupied and vacant suites every week, providing maintenance as needed.
• Replace lamps, light fixtures, and signage, throughout the property.
• Regularly communicate to the property management staff and supervisor on outstanding repairs and maintenance.
• Assist property management staff with coordination of construction projects and scheduling of repair and maintenance work.
• Inspect all common areas and grounds daily and complete necessary repairs; ensure walks are free and clear of debris and ice and that building grounds are compliant with municipal codes.
• Inspect all ongoing construction projects to ensure work performed meets contractual standards and contractors adhere to safety rules and regulations for the type of work being performed.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and clean copies of all building drawings.
• Maintain tool and supply inventory (lamps, ballasts, filters, plumbing parts, chemicals, etc.).
• Aid property management team with life safety systems, procedures, and recordkeeping; respond to fire alarms and trouble calls; conduct inspections of emergency generator and fire pumps, recording results.
• Make recommendations to improve maintenance operations and/or reduce operating expenses.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation as directed.
• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Graduate of apprentice program or trade school.
• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant experience, including working knowledge of commercial office building systems.
• Solid working knowledge of commercial building systems including boilers, heaters, chillers, pumps, refrigerant systems, air handlers, variable air volume units, compressors, plumbing, fire suppression, smoke control, elevators, emergency generators, building security, energy management systems.
• The ability to work independently is a must.
• Intermediate skills necessary to use relevant technology including computer and smartphone for general day-to-day work.
• Working knowledge of web-based work order systems, such as Yardi, Facility Manager, Building Engines, or similar.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to providing excellent service to tenants, clients, vendors, and co-workers.