Sr. Building Engineer

About the role

One of the best commercial property management firms in Austin is hiring a Sr. Building Engineer for an iconic downtown high‑rise. The firm offers competitive pay rates, bonuses and top‑notch benefits, and provides a rare opportunity to grow into a leadership role in the near future.

Responsibilities

• Respond to HVAC calls; determine if repair is needed
• Responsible for testing & adjustment of chemical treatment levels in water system
• Perform a daily inspection and log of a chiller and service and adjustment
• Replace belts, motor, bearings, actuators, and valves on an AHU and Cooling Tower
• Responsible for adjustments to pneumatic/DDC controllers and actuators for proper operation
• Adjust set points, start‑up and temperature on building energy management system
• Troubleshoot a power induction unit (P.I.U. or F.P.T.U.) to determine if operating properly
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and balance pumping system
• Must possess understanding of plumbing systems
• Rebuild and repair flush valves and faucets
• Responsible for the replacement of wax bowl seal and remounting of toilet urinals and lavatories
• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of a systems pump
• Adjust and service pressure‑reducing valves
• Must possess understanding of the operations of the building’s life safety systems
• Identify and respond to fire alarm and troubles in a timely manner, properly enable and disable points
• Conduct a weekly inspection and log of Emergency Generator and Fire Pump, recommend outside service
• Repair and replace door closures and door hardware as needed
• Responsible for adjustment and repair of security systems
• Understanding of mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Employee must be available for remedial tasks such as painting, cleaning/unclogging toilets or drains
• Must possess basic understanding of A.C. circuits and safety procedures
• Responsible for replacing outlets, switches, and lighting ballast
• Must possess basic understanding of refrigeration cycle with a universal CFC license
• Responsible for preventative maintenance of an AHU

Requirements

• 2+ years of building maintenance
• Experience with Electrical/HVAC background
• EPA license preferred

Pay

Competitive pay rates and bonuses are offered; salary will be based on experience (DOE).

Benefits

The position includes top‑notch benefits, including a full benefits package.