***ASSISTANT BUILDING ENGINEER***
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Building Engineer provides support for the daily operation, maintenance, and repairs of all plumbing, electrical, fire-life-safety, and all other common area building systems. The Assistant Building Engineer must have and/or be capable of developing a working knowledge of the aforementioned systems to be able to repair and/or diagnose, recommend repairs and/or maintenance, and provide recommendations and implement preventative maintenance programs for all building systems. The Assistant Building Engineer must successfully pass a background check and adhere to all of the Company’s employment policies, including but not limited to, anti-harassment and non-discrimination.
OFFER
$20-$25 per hour DOE
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Assist in ensuring the overall maintenance and safety of the property.
- Assist in maintaining all equipment and building systems in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and as required or necessary.
- Provide support in reviewing all preventative maintenance programs and make recommendations to the General Manager, interim and/or Chief Building Engineer.
- Provide support and assistance to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations of applicable governmental agencies.
- Order parts and supplies as necessary.
- Maintain inventory of all tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist in maintaining Association maintenance records, including fire-life safety inspections, MSDS sheets, and service and inspection records, etc.
- Other duties to be assigned at the discretion of the Chief Engineer, Building General or Assistant Managers, or Management team.
SKILLS
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn all aspects of engineering, building, and systems maintenance.
- General knowledge and ability to read building plans, including: permit sets, shop drawings, as-builts, redlines, riser diagrams, single-line drawings, and isometrics.
- Familiarity with HVAC systems, including service and controls.
- Understanding of, and ability to troubleshoot, repair, and/or contact appropriate vendors to perform repairs of, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a high rise.
- Ability to effectively multitask, and adapt to sudden and frequent change in work.
- Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects, manage time efficiently, and exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to work with confidential/sensitive information, and use discretion when communicating such information.
- Ability to follow up in a timely manner.
- Ability to walk into unfamiliar environments and adjust rapidly to the setting.
- Must react to changing business needs.
- Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office is preferred).
- Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company.
- Strong communication skills.
- Highly personable, with the ability to quickly build relationships.
- Ability to patch, texture, and paint drywall is a plus.
REQUIREMENTS
- Valid driver’s license
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Professional appearance
- Available to work full-time hours, plus be on call hours
- Minimum three years work experience in facility services/management, maintenance, and/or construction
- Participate in and/or conduct weekly safety meetings
- Background check
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
- Ability to lift/move 50 lbs
- Ability to operate necessary equipment & visually interpret data
- Ability to perform repetitive movements
- Ability to work in high areas
- Ability to climb ladders
- Ability to crawl, kneel, bend and twist the upper body and head
- Ability to deal effectively with potentially stressful situations and manage them to conclusion
