Building Engineer
Essential Responsibilities
Present a clean, neat appearance and communicate tactfully and professionally with all tenants, vendors, contractors and guests of the building.
Tenants
- Maintain professional tenant relationships
- Be polite, courteous, and helpful
- Be able to tactfully communicate building rules and guidelines
- Monitor move ins and move outs per company procedures and report any problems to chief engineer or property manager
- Be aware of tenant improvement projects and be available for contractor questions
Property Maintenance
- Complete all service requests in a timely manner
- Check all HVAC systems for proper functioning and adjust accordingly for outside temperature and tenant comfort
- Maintain HVAC units including filter replacements, coil cleaning and motor replacement
- Repair mechanical equipment as needed and directed
- Keep an accurate record of maintenance performed
- Routinely check vacant spaces, exterior lighting and roof drains
- Maintain an inventory list of all equipment, tools and materials
- As needed, oversee both in house and vendor repairs, construction, and preventative maintenance to ensure compliance with company rules and local and state codes
- Routinely inspect grounds, restrooms and all common areas for cleanliness and report any areas of need to the property manager.
- Always immediately report any problems to chief engineer and/or property manager
- Be aware of operating costs and approved building projects
Skills and Qualifications
- 3-4 years of property or building maintenance experience, this may be substituted for experience in a professional trade such as Plumbing, electrical, HVAC.
- Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with tenant improvement projects is a plus.
- Very good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans and specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to speak professionally and effectively before tenants and fellow employees.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and a track record of exceeding customer expectations is a major plus.
- Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Trade school or technical education is beneficial, but not necessary.
Skills:
- Read, write and communicate effectively
- Knowledge of trade terminology
- Basic HVAC, electrical and plumbing – general mechanical ability
- Voltmeter
- K-50 snake machine
- Sump pump/float switch
- Changing ballasts
- Knowledge of:
- Compressors
- VAV systems
- Heat exchanger
- Pumps
- Refrigeration cycle
- Elevators – phase 1-2 testing
- Fire alarm systems
- Generators and transfer switches
- Able to climb ladders
- Lift 50-75 lbs
Job Type: Full-time
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