Building Engineer

At the direction of supervision, maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, primary switch gear), emergency backup systems and hot water systems; monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment. Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
Hours for this position are Mon-Fri, 8AM-4:30PM OT may be required.
Salary is competitive with wages starting up to $60ks range, depending on experience!
Responsibilities:
Install and repair plumbing/piping/tubing; install and rebuild pumps and motors; install and rebuild air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other operators with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. Install, repair, and maintain electrical controls, switching and motor controls. Operate and maintain critical equipment including UPS systems, generators, chillers, and critical air conditioning units.
Monitor operation, repair, and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; recording readings as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment; responsible for reporting any problems/malfunctions.
Comply with employer and client policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workplace.
Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the buildings.
Responsible for keeping records of buildings rounds and readings, all engineering logs and engineering data sheets.
Responsible for advance training and notification to all contractors so that they are informed and knowledgeable with respects to the building's critical functions and the work they are to perform, including an incident contact response list.
Responsible for understanding and complying with emergency escalation procedures.
Ensure strict adherence to employer safety program, Technical Bulletins, established engineering guidelines, processes, and procedures.
Performs additional job duties as requested.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1-2 years experience
Ability to lift, bend, push, pull up to 60lbs
Must possess a valid driver's license
Experience in the trades, preferred