Building Engineer

The Building Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation of all building systems (HVAC operations,
mechanical, electrical systems, drainage and plumbing, elevators/escalators and security/fire/life safety), general and preventative maintenance, tenant services, utility tracking and vendor oversight. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for the selection, training and supervision of a high
-performing, service
-oriented engineering team.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
▪ Review the daily work order and assigns tasks, as necessary. Monitor repeat problems and make
corrective suggestions.
▪ Work with Regional Director of Engineering to implement corporate/regional goals for
engineering.
▪ Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives
as relates to building operations.
▪ Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery
and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
▪ Perform assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and
repair records as required.
▪ Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of
equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
▪ Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintain
inventory of adequate supplies and tools and order necessary materials to complete all tasks.
▪ Consult with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business
interruption and inconvenience.
▪ Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
▪ Manage the energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in
the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
▪ Proactively communicate with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors.
▪ Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience:
▪ A minimum of 3
-5+ years building maintenance experience in a commercial property.

Technical Skills:
▪ Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician
License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License,
High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.)
▪ Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant
systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
▪ Familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming, and fire alarm systems, Building
Management Systems
▪ Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
▪ Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
▪ Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.

Personal Skills:
▪ Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems.
▪ Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
▪ Must effectively present information.
▪ Strong organizational and analytical skills.
▪ Strong customer service orientation.
▪ May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.
Physical Skills:
▪ Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump,
tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
▪ Lift and carry objects of up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 30 feet.
▪ May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to
priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
▪ Climb ladders and stairs.

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