Building Engineer - Commercial Office

Description

The Grade I Engineer will be responsible for the hands-on maintenance of building systems for the safe, efficient, and proper operations of all assigned properties. This role will perform repairs and help in the operation, monitoring, and performance of preventative maintenance on building systems as necessary.

• Identify and respond to fire alarm and trouble calls. Properly enable and disable points.
• Adjust set points, start-up and temperature on building energy management system
• Test and adjust chemical treatment levels in water system
• Rebuild and repair flush valves and faucets.
• Respond to HVAC calls and make repairs or adjustments as needed
• Replace belts, motors, bearings, actuators, and valves on air handling units and cooling towers
• Adjust and service pressure-reducing valves
• Adjust and repair security systems
• Replace outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, circuit breakers and motor control starters
• Repair and replace door closures, door hardware and door operators
• Responsible for the replacement of wax bowel seal, remounting of toilet urinals and lavatories.
• Perform daily inspections on chillers. Make adjustments as necessary. Record findings in the chiller log.
• Trouble-shoot power induction units (PIU) or Fan Powered Terminal Units (FPIU) to determine if operating properly
• Conduct preventative maintenance of air handling units
• Conduct a weekly inspection of Emergency Generator and Fire Pump and record results in log. Make recommendations for outside service as appropriate.
• Trouble-shoot and find short circuits or ground in single or three-phase A.C. circuits
• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of a systems pump.
• Adjust pneumatic or direct digital control (DDC) controllers and actuators for proper operation

Requirements

(For Cousins' internal candidates - this is equivalent to a Grade I Engineer position.)

• Responsiveness – Need to perform responsibilities with an acute sense of urgency to meet the needs of others; respond to solve problems; willing to accept a variety of tasks associated with this position
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Integrity - Demonstrate sound business ethics; consistently comply with organizational values; protect confidential information
• Possess an understanding of the operation of the property’s life safety systems
• Extensive knowledge in Chiller and Boiler operations is required. Must be able to operate heavy equipment such as chillers, generators, switchgear, pumps, air handling units etc.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work well with minimal supervision.
• Possess an understanding of mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Communication - Able to clearly express ideas; present verbal information in a straightforward manner; ask questions in order to open channels of communication; listen to understand perspective of others
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of operations.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning and repair/maintenance tasks
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, handling objects, reaching with hands and arms, talking, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the building maintenance industry and/or a certified and credited trade school degree in HVAC, electronic, or other industry related trade required
• Must have excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Possess an understanding of the plumbing systems
• Possess an understanding of the refrigeration cycle. Must have passed the test for a universal CFC license
• Must be available for overtime and/or on call outside your normal working hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length
• Customer Service – Demonstrate optimum customer service delivery while performing all job functions
• Possess an understanding of A.C. circuits and safety procedures
• Must be knowledgeable in the safe and proper use of the following tools: ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, voltmeter, manual drain auger, plumber’s helper, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguisher
• Must be a team player, able to work outside the core business hours when needed and willing to accept a variety of tasks associated with this position.

Benefits

Life Safety Systems

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance