Building Engineer I

Stream Realty•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Engineer maintains building systems and equipment in good working order, performs preventative maintenance to prolong their useful life, and supports other members of the property team. The role provides concierge-style service to tenants and seeks to improve the experience of everyone visiting the properties. The Building Engineer also helps maintain an outstanding property appearance and ensures building operations comply with applicable safety requirements, codes, regulations, and company directives. The position involves inspecting and maintaining systems such as fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing; performing corrective repairs; and carrying out or coordinating contract work that may include landscaping, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning. Work is performed indoors approximately 50% of the time and outdoors approximately 50% of the time, and may involve stairs, ladders, roofs, crawl spaces, and other confined or remote areas.

Requirements

Three years of experience in commercial building operations, property management, or a related industry is preferred.
Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Reliable transportation is required.
Thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
Ability to efficiently present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
Understanding of a multimeter amp probe, anemometer, pressure gauges, drain auger, and other industry-standard tools and equipment.
Prior work experience and knowledge of energy-saving and sustainability measures.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to read and understand plans and prints.
High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required.
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification required within 90 days of employment.
Obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits when applicable, such as a Boiler Operating Permit or State Maintenance Electrician’s License.
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more; climb stairs and ladders; access remote work areas and confined spaces; and use a full range of manual dexterity, including sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting.
Ability to use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in commercial building operations, property management, or a related industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comprehend and interpret instructions and memos, and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.
Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.
Provide concierge-style customer service to internal and external partners.
Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.
Ensure applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and work-safety requirements are followed.
Inspect building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to confirm equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves client-prescribed environmental conditions.
Perform contract work, which may include landscaping, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.