Building Engineer

4 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Hines Full time
Job Title: Building Engineer

At Hines, we are seeking a highly skilled Building Engineer to join our team. As a Building Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the basic operation and maintenance of all building equipment and systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Ensure all building maintenance and operations align with Hines' service level standards.
  • Support engineering staff in the delivery of Hines' Hospitality Standards.
  • Maintain a collaborative and professional work environment with all staff.
  • Provide a timely and hospitable response to all inquiries and property work orders.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
  • Maintain operation logs and files, as appropriate.
  • Adjust and modify HVAC and related equipment as necessary.
  • Utilize expertise in HVAC distribution and controls to implement adjustments and/or corrective actions.
  • Conduct general repairs, maintenance, and replacements of building components.
  • Demonstrate full competency in all current Hines and property emergency procedures.
  • Utilize fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property.
  • Adhere to all Hines and property policies and procedures.
  • Help ensure property compliance with all City, State, and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Participate in the water treatment chemical programs established in the property.
  • Engage in required training activities and seminars.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • Two or more commercial HVAC or related experience.
  • Experience in lab space preferred.
  • High degree of emotional intelligence with proven ability to think creatively.
  • Possess strong supervisory and analytical abilities with a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Successful completion of the Hines Introduction to Engineering training program.
  • Functional knowledge of the Engineering Assessment Guidelines.
  • Understand and use all types of testing equipment.
  • Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools.
  • Read and understand a variety of instructions.
  • Understand correct usage of power tools.
  • Knowledge and prior experience maintaining an open and closed loop water treatment program.
  • Compute basic mathematical equations for equipment performance testing and building operations.
  • Comprehensive understanding of DDC controls and prior experience using BMS systems.
  • Possess sufficient computer skills to effectively administer required engineering programs.
  • Understand and utilize personal protective equipment appropriately.
  • When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits.
  • Work approximately 80% of the time indoors and 20% of the time outdoors.
  • Must be able to stand for an extended period, at a minimum of 8 hours.
  • Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
  • Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects more than 25lbs. without assistance.
  • Ability to travel between floors and buildings, including frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead indoors and outdoors with varying temperature ranges.
  • Work in confined spaces and at heights with A-Frame and extension ladders from 5ft to 16ft, following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.
  • Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property.
  • Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics, and life science projects all designed to enhance value, connection, and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits, and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2024.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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