Building Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Wendell, NC

10d•$26 - $30

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 day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, and completing painting and housekeeping duties. The Building Engineer performs plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work; maintains and monitors building equipment and systems; makes general repairs and adjustments; performs preventive maintenance and fire and life-safety inspections; documents and reports work; and responds to emergencies and customer concerns. The role requires compliance with applicable codes, regulations, company directives, safety practices, and C&W standards. The engineer may be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts and may work extended periods without relief during emergencies, with possible shift work, on-call duties, and overtime-type assignments.

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 as required, such as a Journeyman or Master Electrician License or applicable city licenses and certifications.
May be required to hold Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on market 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 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 apprentice program or trade school.
Universal Technician certification for CFCs, where required.

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, gauges, panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other building equipment.
Verify field conditions and perform necessary repairs or adjustments.
Monitor energy management.
Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, plumbing fixtures, and other building elements; perform general repairs, adjustments, and installations.
Perform preventive maintenance according to C&W standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices, including filter changes, coil cleaning, condenser flushing, tube punching, lubrication, belt inspections and adjustments, bearing replacement, pulley and shaft alignment, water-treatment monitoring, cooling-tower maintenance, annual inspections, and scheduled 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 verify that rooms are clean and free of obstructions and debris.
Check emergency exit signs and lights, keep emergency stairs and exits clear, and perform fire and life-safety inspections in accordance with NFPA and local requirements, C&W standards, building protocol, and direction from superiors and property management.
Document and report 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.
Complete required annual C&W Safety Training.
Follow the C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat, clean appearance on the property outside working hours.