Assistant Building Engineer - Mechanic Warehouse (Full Time)

Planned Companies • Wood-Ridge, NJ

24d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Building Engineer supports the maintenance, repair, and operation of the facility. The role helps ensure building systems—including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems—function efficiently and safely. The position is full time, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Mechanic Warehouse in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, with hourly pay of $29.00. Emergency after-hours call-ins may be required, and snow removal work may take place off hours.

The assistant performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance, supports repairs to HVAC equipment and other systems, responds to work orders and tenant concerns, and carries out general handyman tasks. The role also involves monitoring building automation systems, maintaining mechanical and maintenance areas, keeping work records, coordinating facility services, tracking supplies, and ensuring safety and code compliance.

Requirements

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with work order management systems and basic computer skills.
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in facility maintenance or a related field is preferred.
• Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Certificate (F-07).
• Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S-95).
• Certificate of Qualification for Refrigerating System Operating Engineer (Q-01).
• S-12, S-13, and P-98 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine inspections and preventive maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Support emergency situations, including after-hours call-ins if required.
• Support repair and upkeep of HVAC systems, boilers, pumps, and compressors.
• Respond promptly and professionally to maintenance requests, work orders, and tenant concerns.
• Perform general handyman work, including painting, drywall repair, light carpentry, and basic plumbing.
• Monitor building automation systems and report irregularities to senior staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in mechanical rooms and maintenance areas.
• Record work performed, materials used, and time spent.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical or electrical system malfunctions.
• Schedule extermination procedures as needed.
• Schedule chemical treatment and machine cleaning for common-area drainage systems.
• Monitor grounds cleanliness and oversee landscaper contractual obligations.
• Inventory mechanical and janitorial supplies.
• Supervise and perform snow removal on sidewalks, including off-hours work during weather events to maintain resident safety.
• Inspect rooftop exhaust fans, the cooling tower, and domestic water drives.
• Ensure trash is removed and the trash area remains organized.
• Obtain required licenses and permits and ensure tenant and facility work orders are processed promptly and courteously.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Other ancillary benefits for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) participation for all employees, with an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed