Building Engineer Prince George's County
Join Kay Apartment Communities' engineering team as a Building Engineer - Rover. Kay's engineering department is responsible for maintaining the mechanical, electrical & plumbing systems of our properties and is committed to providing exceptional customer service and a comfortable living experience for our residents.
The Engineer reports to the Regional Engineering Supervisor and is supported by the manager of maintenance and safety.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service and effectively communicate with residents, guests, visitors and staff within company policies and Fair Housing laws.
- Oversee serviced performed by contractors on the mechanical, electrical & plumbing systems.
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly and annual inspections of building systems and central plant equipment as defined in our preventative maintenance program.
- Preform diagnostics, repairs, replacements and installations of items such as :
- Chillers
- Boilers (Hot Water & Steam)
- Pumps
- Cooling Towers
- Heat Exchangers
- Air Compressors
- Controls
- Control Valves
- Motor Starters
- VFDs
- Domestic Water Distribution Piping
- Hot / Chilled Water Distribution Piping
- Exhaust / Supply Fans
- Fan Coil Units
- Split System AC / Heat Pump Units
- Ensure that service and repair requests are completed in a safe, prompt and professional manner
- Assist community manager in scheduling system outages for repairs, contracted services and major improvement projects
- Maintain routine & critical parts inventory.
- Ensure all company-owned tools & equipment is in good working condition.
- Support technicians with maintenance emergencies (24 / 7)
- Assist and provide Service Technicians with technical support
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 3-5 years of experience on central plant operations, plumbing and electrical systemsUniversal CFC CertificationOperating Engineer License preferredEMS / BAS experience preferredAble to read and understand blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and manufacturers specificationsAbility to work with a team as well as work independently and professionallyExcellent organizational, communication and customer service skillsAdhere all to safe work practicesBasic computer skillsAble to work on-call and when needed, extended hours (including after hours and weekends)Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportationMust have own hand toolsBilingual in English and Spanish a plusOur exceptional benefits package
Medical & dental insurancePaid holidaysVacation / sick leave401(K) retirement savings planLife insuranceOvertime payAnnual bonusesRent discountTrainingPre-employment requirements
Criminal background checkKay Apartment Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer