HVAC Building Engineer

About the role

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems for assigned property(s). Maintains a clean and safe working environment, performs rounds, conducts routine assessments, and handles day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting, and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building(s).
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV, and air distribution systems.
• Monitor and adjust all mechanical/pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment to provide a comfortable environment.
• Verify field conditions and perform necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Monitor Energy Management systems.
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, and other general property repairs, adjustments, and installations.
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with C&W standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices, including:
  • Changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes.
  • Greasing fan, pump, and motor bearings as required.
  • Inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts.
  • Monitoring condenser, chilled, heating, and secondary water chemical treatment and associated feed equipment.
  • Cleaning and maintaining cooling towers.
  • Performing annual inspections and other scheduled routines.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pump(s), sump pump(s), and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps, light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage, and ensure rooms are clean and clear of obstructions and debris.
• Check for properly operating emergency exit signs and lights; ensure free and clear access to emergency stairs and exits.
• Perform additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA, local jurisdiction, C&W standards, building protocol, and as directed by superiors.
• Document and report activities to supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations; practice safe work habits.
• Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.
• Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred.
• 5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting.
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required (e.g., Journeyman or Master Electrician License, City Licenses such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.).
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs may be required depending on market licensure.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks (where applicable).
• Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience in operation, maintenance, and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
• Thorough knowledge of all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• May be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may require extended work periods without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime); may require shift work and/or on-call duties.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices.
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing.
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics.

Benefits

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.

Pay

The compensation for this position is $31.45 - $37.00 per hour, depending on factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.