Building Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Wendell, NC

1d•$24 - $28

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems at assigned properties. The role includes maintaining a clean and safe working environment, conducting rounds and routine assessments, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and completing painting and housekeeping duties. The Building Engineer performs building-system repairs and maintenance, monitors energy management, responds to emergencies and customer concerns, and documents activities for a supervisor. The role may be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts and may involve shift work, on-call duties, or extended work without relief during emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 5 years of related work experience operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting.
Appropriate trade license or permit where required, such as a Journeyman or Master Electrician license or applicable city licenses and certificates.
May be required to hold Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on market licensing requirements.
Valid driver's license and good driving record, subject to periodic checks where applicable.
Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience operating, maintaining, and performing basic repairs on HVAC systems, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, and water systems.
Knowledge of energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
Thorough knowledge of building-system operations, maintenance, and repair.
Ability to frequently lift at least 50 pounds of equipment and safely install rigging or lifting devices.
Ability to crouch and reach regularly to install or move equipment.
Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school.

Responsibilities

Perform plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work for the assigned buildings.
Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV systems, and air distribution systems.
Monitor and adjust mechanical and pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment needed to maintain a comfortable building environment.
Verify field conditions and complete necessary repairs or adjustments.
Monitor energy management.
Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, and other property components; perform general repairs, adjustments, and installations.
Repair plumbing fixtures, including water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, and lavatories.
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with company standards, building protocols, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices. Tasks include changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing bearings, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitoring water chemical treatment and feed equipment, maintaining cooling towers, and completing scheduled inspections and routines.
Inspect engine rooms, fan rooms, cooling towers, motors, house pumps, electric rooms, backup generators, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.
Replace lamps and light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage, and ensure rooms are clean and free of obstructions and debris.
Check emergency exit signs and lights, and ensure emergency stairs and exits are accessible and unobstructed.
Conduct fire and life-safety inspections in accordance with NFPA requirements, local jurisdiction, company standards, building protocols, and directions from superiors and property management.
Document and report work activities to a supervisor.
Respond immediately to emergencies, including fires, evacuations, and equipment failures, and address customer concerns.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and safe work practices related to building operations.
Complete required annual company safety training.
Follow the company uniform dress code and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property, including outside working hours.