Building Engineer

3 weeks ago


Falls Church, United States Colliers Full time
Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

***This is an Onsite working arrangement at our Fairfax, VA location.***

About you

The Building Engineer conducts regular maintenance, testing and repairs to physical plant and building systems in assigned building(s). Coordinates and liaises with external service providers (including certified HVAC/electrical/refrigeration/plumbing technicians, day porters, security personnel, parking attendants, etc.). Inherits' duties of Maintenance worker in the absence of one.

In this role, you will...
  • Monitor and respond to tenant occupant requests for services and perform or coordinate necessary repairs and services
  • Assist with implementing maintenance requirements for the physical plant systems outlined in the approved annual budget plan
  • Carry out daily mechanical rounds and inspect equipment to ensure that it is operating within correct parameters and update daily equipment inspections logs
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs (including filter replacements, belt adjustments, minor repairs, and boiler inspections)
  • Maintain light fixtures and lamp replacements (including adjusting lighting control schedules to meet occupant requirements)
  • Clean and paint corroded equipment
  • Perform repairs to common area equipment (e.g. repairs to door hardware, closers, painting etc.)
  • Repair and maintain plumbing fixtures (including faucets, flush valves and related hardware)
  • Daily testing and adjustment of water treatment levels to maintain and inhibit corrosion of cooling tower, closed loop heating, and cooling systems
  • Assist with performing repairs to closed loop heating and cooling systems equipment
  • Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs of control system and end devices, calibrate thermostats and related HVAC controls
  • Clean cooling tower and sump, adjust makeup water float, lubricate bearings, replace and align drive belts and inspect related components
  • Perform scheduled pump service, including removal and cleaning of strainers
  • Perform janitorial tasks in mechanical/electrical rooms and common areas (tidying, sweeping, etc.)
  • Responsible for exterior cleaning of buildings, including litter pick-up and pressure washing
  • Roof maintenance (including inspection and cleaning of drains and gutters)
  • Liaise with landscape maintenance contractor on minor repairs to exterior drainage and irrigation systems
  • Maintains inventories of operating/maintenance supplies and coordinates the purchase of consumable supplies (such as lamps and ballasts) that are within the client's spending limit
  • Assist with coordinating external contractors for maintenance and building repairs
  • Meet with contractors when work is taking place in the building, discuss tactical issues and give appropriate directives
  • Participate and assist in third-party contracted maintenance services on equipment
  • Assist with reporting problems and recommending change to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, or comply with environmental, building and safety codes
  • Assist with access for third-party service providers and shut down of building systems to accommodate installation of tenant improvements and modification to building systems
  • Assist with maintenance of mechanical access for overhead doors and security gates
  • Ensure regular security building patrols are being conducted by onsite security personnel
What you'll bring
  • 2-5 years related work experience within commercial buildings. Preferably Class A Building's.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Effective communication skills (strong command of the English language)
  • Knowledge of building codes and fire code
  • Ability to lift 30lbs on average
  • Ability to work flexible working hours between Monday to Friday + Emergency On-Call.


Pursuant to state/local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Fairfax, VA (On-Site)

Approximate Hourly Range for this Role: $31.00/hour to $40.00/hour

Our hourly ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes an employer match. Employees will also receive 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15-days vacation annually. Certain senior-level roles are eligible for unlimited time off. Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year. Twelve weeks (for birth parents) and 4 weeks (for non-birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) for paid parental leave will also be available for use after successful completion of 90 days of employment. Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

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