GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY :
The Building Engineer position encompasses a wide range of duties for commercial property(s). The Associate is responsible for the care of assets managed by the firm. We expect that you maintain the highest professional standards when you perform your assigned duties and responsibilities. Our success as a business entity is directly related to the quality of the services we provide. Your contact with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors is guided by these standards including positive, supportive, friendly behavior and service.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS / CORE TASKS :
- Assists with preventative maintenance tasks and work order management for the assigned properties
- Completes timely, accurate production of all required paperwork and reporting
- Responds to tenant requests regarding lighting, plumbing and other building requests
- Schedules and performs general building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair
- Works closely with contractors, vendors, and the Property Management teams
- Assists with construction projects, as necessary
- May perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
High school education or GED requiredEPA Universal refrigerant certification is a plus or the ability to become certifiedValid driver's licenseMeets company MV operator criteriaLENGTH / KIND OF EXPERIENCE :
3 years hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems preferred.PERFORMANCE SKILLS :
Ability and desire to learnOutstanding customer service skillsAbility and willingness to work safely in all weather conditions and / or at all local market locationsAbility to assist and train other associates as neededAbility to communicate and interact effectivelyAbility to display a professional image and attitudeAbility to gain the respect of other maintenance associatesAbility to interact, coordinate, and manage outside vendors and contractorsAbility to perform and / or assist with special and capital projectsAbility to perform general computer functions, including emailAbility to perform on-call duties as requiredAbility to provide budget and scope input for capital and non-capital projectsAbility to provide project oversight and inspections on construction and tenant improvement projectsAbility to read, understand, and utilize wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, and blueprintsAbility to remain calm in an emergency situationKnowledge of Life Safety Systems and planningAbility to use good judgment and make sound decisionsAbility to work with little or no supervision in a team environmentExcellent interpersonal relationship skillsOutstanding written / oral communication skillsTECHNICAL SKILLS :
Good mechanical skillsPerform minor HVAC, electrical, and plumbing repairsAbility to utilize Work Order and BAS / EMS systemsWORK Environment
Travel Requirements related to essential functions (frequency, distance, purpose).Must be able to work on-call when needed. Must be able to drive to different site locationsAbility to safely use hand-held power tools used in the repair and maintenance of building components and systemsWork inside and outside buildings and in various conditionsPhysical effort required in performing daily duties, e.g. heavy lifting (up to 50lbs), bending, climbing, etc.Ability and willingness to climb ladders and scaffoldsCushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
