Building Engineer

What this job involves

Operates, inspects, and maintains all HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities to obtain most efficient operating results and life expectancy . Assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient, safe manner and down time is reduced to a minimum by anticipation of necessary repairs , keeping records of past operating experiences . Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. Strong focus on operating, maintaining , troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment on all HVAC/R systems . Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration and be multi skilled in electrical, HVAC, Piping/ Plumbin g and others in order to successfully complete daily/weekly work assignments.

What is your day to day ?

Maintenance

• Performance of ongoing preventive and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.

• Maintain, operate , and repair all HVAC/R systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned buildings.

• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations .

Safety

• Complete all required safety trainings as scheduled and Hazard Assessments as necessary .

• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.

• Maintain compliance to State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.

Administrative

• Update work order status in real time, utilizing CMMS system.

• Perform Vehicle Safety Inspection

• Attend work and safety meetings as required

Physical work requirements and work conditions

• Lifting up to 80 lbs.

• Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.

• Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot).

• Working from heights; c limbing a ladder , up to 30 ft., with a 300 lb weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs.

• Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required .

Desired experience and technical skills

Required

• Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in the technical aspects of HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical repair and maintenance . Knowledge of overall system design and applications.

• Universal EPA 608 Certification.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CMMS

• Two years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in electrical systems, refrigeration and HVAC