Building Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield • Roebuck, SC

10d • $27 - $32

About The Position

The Building Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems at assigned properties. The role includes maintaining a clean and safe work environment, conducting rounds and routine assessments, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and carrying out painting and housekeeping duties.

The engineer performs building plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work; maintains mechanical equipment and systems; monitors energy management; verifies field conditions; and completes necessary repairs, adjustments, and installations. The position also includes inspections of building equipment and fire and life safety systems, documentation and reporting, and responding to emergencies and customer concerns. The employee must follow applicable codes, company directives, safety practices, training requirements, and uniform standards.

The role may be the only maintenance position on duty during certain shifts. Extended work without relief may be required in response to priority or emergency situations, including overtime assignments. Shift work and on-call duties may also be required. The work operates in a professional office environment and involves travel between properties outdoors in varying weather conditions, as well as movement between departments and floors.

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.
• Universal Technician certification for CFCs may be required depending on local licensing requirements.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record, with 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 systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to frequently lift at least 50 pounds of equipment and safely install rigging or lifting devices.
• Ability to regularly crouch and reach to install or move equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work for 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 related equipment.
• Verify field conditions and make 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, including filter changes, coil cleaning, condenser flushing, tube punching, bearing lubrication, belt inspection and adjustment, bearing replacement, pulley and shaft alignment, water-treatment monitoring, cooling-tower maintenance, and scheduled inspections and routines.
• Inspect engine-room and fan-room equipment, cooling towers, motors, house pumps, electrical 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 access to emergency stairs and exits is clear; perform additional fire and life safety inspections as required by NFPA, local jurisdiction, company standards, building protocol, and management direction.
• Document and report activities to a supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergencies, including fires, evacuations, and equipment failures, and respond to customer concerns.
• Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and safe work practices.
• Complete required annual company safety training.
• Comply with the company uniform dress code and maintain a neat, clean appearance on the property outside working hours.
• Travel between properties and move between departments and floors to facilitate work.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay, subject to eligibility and other factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED