Building Engineer

HERTZ INVESTMENT GROUP, INC. • Full-time • Cleveland, OH, US • 4m ago

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Building Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our class-A office building systems, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical systems and more. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical systems and a passion for problem-solving.

Essential Job Functions:

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems including, but not limited to pumps, chillers, boilers, air compressors and air handling units
Make adjustments and changes to HVAC and related equipment in order to maintain established operating criteria within the guidelines set forth by the Chief Engineer
Perform general repairs, maintenance and replacement of building components including, but not limited to: building fixtures and appliances, plumbing and electrical
Maintain operation logs and files, where appropriate, to include, but not limited to: central plant operations, chemical consumption logs and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property
Apply working knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls in order to make adjustments and/or corrective actions to resolve work orders. Familiarity with pneumatic controls.
Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant service requests
Maintain ethical, professional and courteous relations with contractors and tenants
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire operation staff and perform as a team member
Demonstrate full competency in applying all property emergency procedures including: (a) Assist with directing building occupants with evacuations, (b) Assist with bomb searches, (c) Assist with life safety system alarms, and (c) Assist emergency authorities and response teams
Utilize fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property and make adjustments as needed
Actively participate in required training activities and seminars
Assume additional responsibilities as delegated by supervisor

Skills & Competencies:

Read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices
Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.)
Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Interact with employees, visitors and contractors with poise and diplomacy
Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations
Understand and apply correct usage of all personal safety equipment
When applicable*, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e. Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate, etc.)

Scope of Contacts:

Property Manager/General Manager, Assistant Property Manger, Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, Engineering Staff, Real Estate Services Coordinator, Tenants, Vendors, etc.

Physical Demands

Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time
Work standing all day
Lift 25 lbs. or more
Climb up and down stairs and ladders
Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs)
Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting)
Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and some holidays
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate

Education & Experience Desired: