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Building Engineer

FirstService Residential

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$45 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Access Control, Budgeting, Construction Inspection, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Fire Safety, General Handyperson, HVAC, Legal, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance - Pool, Maintenance Services, Organizational Skills, People Management, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, System Test, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
6 days ago

Description

Job Overview: 
As the Building Engineer you will ensure the building and facility is livable, safe and compliant by supervising and performing regular inspections, preventive and routine maintenance, repairs, and coordinating and managing vendors and staff.  
Your Responsibilities: 
  • Ensure building and systems are maintained properly and in safe working order (mechanical systems, electrical, fire safety, access control, HVAC/ chiller boiler, sprinkler systems, etc) 
  • Manage preventive inspection and maintenance schedule and corresponding work 
  • Keep accurate operational, maintenance and repair logs along with other necessary paperwork 
  • Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities, projects and repairs 
  • Plan and implement modifications and improvements 
  • Schedule and coordinate state inspections of building and equipment (annual fire system testing, elevator inspections, recall testing, etc.) 
  • Ensure the building has required permits 
  • Ensure emergency maintenance situations are handled timely and properly 
  • Maintain an emergency response plan, including vendors and other necessary contacts 
  • Respond to emergencies as needed which may include weekends, holidays, or overnight 
  
Skills and Qualifications: 
  • Knowledge of building mechanics (i.e. plumbing, HVAC/ boiler chiller systems, electrical systems, rooftop pool maintenance, etc) 
  • Organized, with the ability to prioritize and adjust to incoming demands 
  • Able to use tools, equipment, and chemicals safely 
  • Superior manual dexterity skills 
  • Understanding of budgeting 
  • Proven leadership skills 
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Superb attention to detail 
  
Education and Experience: 
  • HOA and/ or residential maintenance: 2+ years (Required) 
  • Property OR High-Rise Management OR equivalent: 2+ years (Required) 
  • Excellent handyman skills, including maintenance in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC (2+ years Preferred) 
  • EPA 608 Certification required 
  
Physical Requirements: 
  • Able to sit or stand for long periods of time 
  • Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs 
  • Able to work in confined spaces 
  • Able to perform in various weather conditions (i.e. rain, heat, cold, wind, etc) 
  • Able to respond to on-site emergencies on nights, holidays, and/or weekends 
  
What We Offer:  
  
As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.  
  
  
Compensation: 
  
 $40.00 - $45.00 per hour  
  
  
Disclaimer Statement:  
  
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 


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