Utility Engineer

What is the role?

This role will encompass a "Jack of all Trades" mindset with the purpose of keeping all our facilities and locations running smoothly and efficiently. This will include responding to a variety of support requests, while partnering with internal and external resources.

What will be expected of me?

• Perform regular maintenance and repairs at Westerra's headquarters, leased branches, and other owned properties.
• Respond to work tickets from employees and tenants in a timely manner
• Assist with vendor scheduling, escorting, and provide oversight to completion of work orders and service.
• Perform regular vendor management and evaluation
• Assist with inventory control throughout the HQ and branches.
• Assist with developing processes and procedures and updating as needed.
• Assist in supply ordering and procurement
• Work with other departments (retail, IT, HR, security, etc.) in making each facility a place everyone is proud to come work in
• Coordinate/assist with internal staff moves and furniture repairs when needed
• Perform daily property inspections of the headquarters building and grounds as well as regular inspections of each branch and owned properties.
• Assist in parking garage and grounds maintenance
• Maintain adherence to OSHA training and regulations
• General assistance with projects as required
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response
• Other duties as assigned.

Will I have Direct Reports?

No

What am I bringing?

Experience/Education:

• 5+ years' experience in facilities in an office or retail setting, preferably including general maintenance & repairs, painting, drywall, basic plumbing, lighting automated building systems, janitorial, parking lot management, inventory control, and stocking.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel between branch locations in the Denver Metro area, with your own dependable vehicle or one of our fleet vehicles.
• Enthusiastic and energetic and friendly – You will be the main contact and "face" for many of our outside relationships and to our internal clients (our branches), and anything less than a can-do, helpful attitude will not suffice. You need strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Sense of urgency and ownership – We are a fun, fast-moving and busy group that is growing. We need a teammate who takes ownership and has the desire to get things done.
• Flexibility - No two days will be the same, so the ability to go with the flow is a must. Know that your daily plan might get changed and be adaptable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and have extensive experience with a variety of email and web-based applications.
• Yardi ticketing system experience a plus.
• Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and demonstrate that learning on the job
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality.
• A desire to learn and grown in the Real Estate/Facilities field.
• Accountable for medium and long-term tasks and more complex administrative requests and activities.
• Ability to work under limited supervision for non-routine situations, as you may be responsible for leading daily operations
• Uses judgment to resolve non-routine issues escalated from junior team members
• Has technical know-how and broad understanding of the subject area
• Able to handle problems that typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.

What is the work environment like, and are there physical requirements for this role?

• Office environment
• Local travel to Westerra branches, offices and corporate owned real estate sites
• Ability to lift 25-50lbs

Salary

In addition to the starting hourly rate of $21.72 - $27.15, this role is also eligible for Westerra's self-funding reward plan. This plan pays out a cash incentive annually if Westerra hits specific criteria tied to financial goals and this role has a direct impact on the outcome of those results!

What are some of our benefit offerings?

• Three health plans through UMR that offer a variety of coverage options, including HSA and FSA options
• Two dental plans through Delta Dental
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability
• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO) per year
• Anniversary time off that consists of 1+ days of paid leave for each anniversary year (PLAY)
• 16 hours of volunteer time off (VTO) per year
• 11+ paid holidays
• 401(k) that includes up to 6% match
• Up to 2% off the rate on a new Westerra mortgage, applicable to primary residence, second home, or investment property
• 2% off Auto/RV/Motorcycle Loans
• Up to $5250 per year for educational reimbursement
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Individualized learning and development programs