Mobile Operating Engineer
Southfield, MI · On-site
... installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. The Engineer will perform at the highest of ... of elevators except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialized ...
Southfield, MI · On-site
... installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. The Engineer will perform at the highest of ... of elevators except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialized ...
Southfield, MI · On-site
... installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. The Engineer will perform at the highest of ... of elevators except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialized ...
Manchester, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Responsible for all maintenance and upkeep of building office furniture including installations and office moves * Responsible for state and local authority compliance with Elevator maintenance and ...
Manchester, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Responsible for all maintenance and upkeep of building office furniture including installations and office moves * Responsible for state and local authority compliance with Elevator maintenance and ...
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mill equipment, conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers ... Facility & Equipment Improvements * Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications ...
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mill equipment, conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers ... Facility & Equipment Improvements * Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications ...
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mill equipment, conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers ... Facility & Equipment Improvements * Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications ...
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mill equipment, conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers ... Facility & Equipment Improvements * Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications ...
$109K - $144K/yr
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building ... Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team and manage your own local installation ...
$109K - $144K/yr
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building ... Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team and manage your own local installation ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
... installations, and inspections Maintain accurate maintenance logs, records of repairs, and ... elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment Support sustainability initiatives, energy ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
... installations, and inspections Maintain accurate maintenance logs, records of repairs, and ... elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment Support sustainability initiatives, energy ...
... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
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... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
Holland, MI · On-site
$55 - $85/hr
... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
Holland, MI · On-site
$55 - $85/hr
... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$40K/yr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$40K/yr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
... proper installation of components * Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and ... elevator certificates, etc. * Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as often as needed * Oversee the ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$39 - $46/hr
Conduct mechanical inspections of recently installed units, documenting condition information for ... Experience with automotive, aviation, and/or heavy equipment (i.e. HVAC, elevators/lifts, or ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$39 - $46/hr
Conduct mechanical inspections of recently installed units, documenting condition information for ... Experience with automotive, aviation, and/or heavy equipment (i.e. HVAC, elevators/lifts, or ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for repairs, installations, and ... Monitor building security systems, elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment * Support ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for repairs, installations, and ... Monitor building security systems, elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment * Support ...
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Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$109K - $144K/yr
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building ... Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team and manage your own local installation ...
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$109K - $144K/yr
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building ... Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team and manage your own local installation ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$15.25 - $19.50/hr
... elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas. * Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work to the interior and exterior areas of the facilities. * Reconfigures, installs ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for repairs, installations, and ... Monitor building security systems, elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment * Support ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for repairs, installations, and ... Monitor building security systems, elevators, fire alarms, and other safety equipment * Support ...
New
Detroit, MI · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
... installation targets across various locations. Candidates must reside in the Detroit area to be ... Be able to navigate stairs, elevators, walkways, and driveways (paved and unpaved) and a wide ...
$14.04 - $16.55
8% of jobs
$16.55 - $19.07
13% of jobs
$20.13 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.07 - $21.58
11% of jobs
$21.58 - $24.09
9% of jobs
$24.09 - $26.61
4% of jobs
$26.61 - $29.12
3% of jobs
The median wage is $30.38 / hr.
$29.12 - $31.64
5% of jobs
$31.64 - $34.15
5% of jobs
$34.15 - $36.67
4% of jobs
$38.78 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$36.67 - $39.18
15% of jobs
$39.18 - $41.69
23% of jobs
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An Elevator Installation job involves assembling, installing, and testing elevators, escalators, and other lift systems in buildings. Technicians read blueprints, assemble components, wire controls, and ensure proper alignment and safety compliance. The role requires mechanical skills, electrical knowledge, and adherence to safety standards. Installers often work with construction teams and may perform maintenance after installation.
To thrive in Elevator Installation, you need a solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, relevant technical training, and often an apprenticeship or certification such as a state-issued elevator mechanic license. Familiarity with industry-specific tools like hoists, wiring schematics, and safety harness systems is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills set standout professionals apart in this field. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and code-compliant installation of elevators in diverse building environments.
Common challenges in elevator installation include working in confined spaces, ensuring precise alignment, and troubleshooting complex electrical or mechanical issues under strict safety standards. Teams often work closely with building contractors, electricians, and inspectors to coordinate installations and ensure compliance with building codes. Thorough planning, rigorous adherence to safety protocols, and ongoing training help professionals overcome these obstacles. As you gain experience, you’ll develop both technical expertise and confidence in handling unexpected site-specific challenges.
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Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility systems and equipment, including mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other components.
Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, water, and energy systems to ensure efficient and safe operation of the building.
Perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance of building interior and exterior areas, including fixtures, roofing, lighting, and related systems.
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Job Title
Mobile Operating EngineerJob Description Summary
This position supports the Assistant and/or Chief Engineer and Sr. Facilities Manager in the day-to-day maintenance,Job Description
Job Responsibilities •
**This position is for a April 1st start date**
-Ensure ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other installed systems, equipment, and other components
. • Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned client buildings.
• Performs major HVAC repairs including compressor replacement, condenser replacement, evaporator coil replacement, condenser coil replacement, etc
. • Performs major plumbing replacements including domestic water piping, steam trap repairs, sewage line repairs, bathroom fixture repairs, etc.
• Perform electrical repairs including running and bending conduit piping, pulling cables, performing electrical panel maintenance, electric motor maintenance, and predictive maintenance using a megar on said motors and compressors.
• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as-found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves, and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature, and air conditioning systems in their entirety.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of pumps handling water or other secondary refrigerating liquids together with all valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the system
. • Operation, maintenance, and repair of air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of water filters, softeners, piping, and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks and toilet bowls, including all supply lines, drains, water lines, control devices, and sprinkler systems.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors, and fans.
• Maintenance of elevators except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialized contractors.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of building automation systems for HVAC, including consoles, data gathering panels, remote sensors, and indicating devices.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewer systems, and sump pumps including basins, water closets, urinals, and piping.
• Maintenance and repair of trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment excluding tenant-owned equipment.
• Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain stock and inventory control.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and practicing safe work habits.
• Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment for assigned client locations, and the methods required to use them properly to ensure required ongoing daily client activities. To include building automation systems, fire/life safety systems, and any other building-related equipment as needed. Mobile Engineer | 2023/01 3 of 5 GOS | HR | Verizon
• Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure the management team is informed of current building operations by compiling and submitting monthly reports.
• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas.
• Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them or use the correct PPE in performing the task needed.
• Respond effectively to all emergencies. May require light travel during emergency events.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and practicing safe work habits.
• Must maintain all Federal, State, or Local licenses required for locations assigned. • 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 during all working hours.
• General Maintenance may include but is not limited to:
a) Repairs on toilet facilities including soap dispensers.
b) Repairs on registers and radiators.
c) Replacement of lamps and cleaning of light fixtures.
d) Removing ceiling tile.
e) Minor repairs on furniture and floors.
f) Maintaining and/or replacing door hardware.
g) Repair of floor maintenance equipment and Venetian blinds.
h) Maintenance painting in equipment rooms, cooling towers, and other building facilities.
i) Assist in the replacement of filters in the HVAC equipment.
j) General cleaning in mechanical spaces and perimeter inductions units
k) Cleanup of equipment in the engine room and shop
l) Miscellaneous handyman work requires the limited use of hand tools.
m) Replace fire extinguishers when needed
- Candidate will be assigned a company vehicle for this mobile role. The engineer will be responsible to ensure all current vehicle maintenance utilizing C&W vendor (Element) as well as ensuring current registration, insurance, and inspections are all current for their assigned vehicle. The engineer is also responsible to ensure all expenses are correctly input and processed through C&W vendor, Element, or C&W Workday Expense Reimbursement. • Depending on the geographic regions, candidate may need to perform maintenance in client CEV (Controlled Environmental Vault's) locations. These locations in many cases are underground and require additional safety measures to enter and must be strictly adhered to. These locations are critical to the client's network and need to be maintained regularly. • Other assigned operational tasks may be typically expected of the Mobile Engineer role.
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Organization Skills
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Sense of Urgency
6. Related requirements Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be: Education Mobile Engineer | 2023/01 4 of 5 GOS | HR | Verizon A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required. Graduate of an apprentice program or trade school preferred is preferred. Years of Relevant Experience Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in technical aspects of HVAC equipment and systems, plumbing, electrical, equipment repair and maintenance, and overall system design and application as referenced above.
Licenses or Certifications
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. • Based on location appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e., Journeyman or Master Electrician License, City License, Operators License, Steam Engineers License, etc. • Possess a valid “Universal” level certification for CFC and HFC-based refrigerants (EPA Section 608); to service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone-depleting refrigerants to the atmosphere or any similar combination of education and experience.
7. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Experience in operation, maintenance, and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, gas lines, water systems, and the like.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations. • Thorough knowledge of all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with tenants, clients, and vendors. • Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word, including proficiency in the operation of smartphone and/or iPad/tablet, uploading .pdf files, and documents, and logging into conference meetings (i.e., BlueJeans, Teams Meetings, Zoom).
8. Physical Work Requirements The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
Environment: This job operates in a professional office or commercial building environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Work could any combination of: Almost constant exposure to loud noise includes the use of power equipment and unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises. Ability to perform work wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required May require regular travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions
. Physical: Considerable physical activity. Ability to stoop, stand, climb, 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. May involve movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work. The employee may also be regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time and drive for up to 4-5 hours a day between various assigned client locations. Should maintain the ability to speak clearly so others can understand you as week as the ability to read and understand the information presented orally and in writing. Mobile Engineer | 2023/01 5 of 5 GOS | HR | Verizon Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents. Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
9. Scheduling Most schedules work typical business hours based on location assigned. Based on client need, the role could be scheduled as the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on-call duties and over time. Must be willing and able to support after-hours/weekends building-related activity as required. The role may be assigned and must be able to respond to client callbacks for regular repair and/or emergencies events.
10. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
11. Conditions of employment All offers of employment are contingent upon: Legal Documentation establishing identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the US/United States Citizenship Drug Testing Criminal background check Clean DMV record (for related driving roles) Education verification Reference checks
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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