Chief Building Engineer
6 days ago
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Chief Building Engineer Job Summary:
A working supervisor fills this position to oversee Engineers and/or Maintenance Mechanics. This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and auxiliary central plant equipment. They will also maintain heating, lighting, ventilating, air conditioning, power refrigeration, building electrical and controls, water treatment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. This position reports to the Property Manager.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
$48 per hour plus annual bonus based on performance
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Paid time off
401K, after the initial work probation period
Uniforms and Cell phone reimbursement are available at the time of hire
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and building
Maintains and repairs building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control Systems including pneumatics.
Monitors operations and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment, changing light bulbs and ballasts
Ability to troubleshoot Building Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems with little or no supervision
Performs and/or completes all tenant service requests accurately and with minimal tenant disruptions
Manage Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System
Maintains maintenance logs and records
Performs preventive maintenance tasks
Complies and supports building policies and procedures
Leads/Actively participates in emergency response procedures technical and safety training programs
Performs all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
Supervises engineering team
Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
Other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:
Follows and disseminates all safety procedures for self and team
No preventable building operational downtime
Schedules/Follows maintenance and testing routines
High Degree of Tenant Satisfaction
Solid Observational Impression of building and mechanical rooms
QUALIFICATIONS:
10 years' experience maintaining equipment and systems in commercial buildings
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering and building systems
History of trades education and training
High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment
Basic technology skills necessary to manage work order applications on mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems
High School diploma or equivalent, and must be able to communicate effectively in English
Occasionally work overtime to perform necessary repairs or maintenance that are necessary to complete during off-hours
Must meet the occupation requirements, such as lifting 50 lbs., walking distances, kneeling for 1 hour, and climbing ladders.
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to assist with R&M, H, L& P and Capital budget planning
Must possess a CFC Universal certification
Valid DC 3rd Class Steam Engineers License required
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