Commercial Engineer - Grade III

Primary Responsibilities:

Work involved in operating and maintaining heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. Analyzes and solves technical maintenance problems. Assures security and fire alarm systems are kept in good working order. The Engineer is trained in all phases of the building life cycle and develops an appreciation for the building as an advanced technological system that requires close integration of many subsystems and their individual components. Technical problems are identified and appropriate solutions found to improve the performance of the building in areas such as:

·        Energy efficiency, lighting and acoustics;

·        Construction management;

·        HVAC and control systems; Indoor air quality;

·        Advanced building materials; building envelope;

Summary:

This position performs a variety of complex functions under the direction of the Chief Engineer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the installation, testing and repair of building Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning Equipment such as VAV boxes, Self Contained Indoor Environmental Units, Pumps, Fans, Water Treatment Systems, Humidifiers, Building Automation Systems and Associated Controls, Fire Alarm/Automated Fire Suppression Systems, Complex Electrical Equipment, Generators and all equipment and tasks associated with operating a Class A office building. Other duties will include plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other tasks related to maintaining the asset.

General Responsibilities:

·        The Engineer is responsible for the operational, maintenance and repair of systems and equipment of building/property operations.

·        Responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment in the property.

·        Provides hands-on service operations and maintenance of building systems.

·        Responsible for carrying out systems preventive maintenance programs.

·        Maintain inventory of needed tools and spare parts.

·        Supervise contracted maintenance and service vendors.

·        Maintain energy conservation programs.

·        Review building and tenant alterations to assure conformity with design criteria, reporting deficiencies to the Chief Engineer.

·        Daily review of log entries from the previous work day.

·        Assist in maintaining oversight of all keying schedules.

·        Provides on-call support for after-hours issues that may arise within the facility. The position is considered part of the essential personnel for the asset. May be required to work weekends or Holidays.

·        Demonstrate and maintain Outstanding Customer Service in all areas of responsibility, including those of subordinates.

·        Maintain knowledge of applicable municipal building codes. Exhibits familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFC and Life Safety Codes.

·        Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

·        Candidate will have 3 to 5 years of prior experience in commercial building operations and maintenance.

·        Candidate must know energy management techniques, plant operations, building systems operations, repair and maintenance, and familiarity with security operations, cleaning procedures, emergency and general building procedures.

·        Be able to demonstrate organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to use time efficiently, and proficiency at problem solving, ability to supervise other on-site personnel, common sense and good judgment.

·        Computer proficiency preferred, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.

·        Accredited technical school, military or college certification in HVAC and or Operating Engineering Technologies and/or equivalent job related training and experience.

·        Universal CFC certification.

·        Continuing education in the field.

·        Building Automation/Direct Digital Controls Experience

·        Able to climb ladders and work from heights during the normal performance of duties, physically capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds or more of equipment and materials.

·        Employee has demonstrated to management that they have achieved the level of experience, initiative and knowledge base to merit the position.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, as well as monthly parking, cell phone

reimbursement, and tuition reimbursement. The target compensation for this role is a minimum of $24.00 an hour; the salary depends on the candidate's seniority and experience.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as is protected by local, state or federal law.