Engineer, Lead

Newmark • Farmington Hills, MI

9d • $24 - $38

About The Position

Building Engineer/Maintenance Technician supporting commercial Class A office buildings and industrial/warehouse properties. The role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, or arranges repairs for building operating systems. The engineer may be assigned to one or multiple buildings and may work as the sole engineer alongside other engineers, a property manager, and a property assistant.

The position involves maintaining building systems, responding to tenant requests, coordinating contractors, documenting maintenance activities, and communicating with management, clients, tenants, and company colleagues. After-hours emergency coverage may be required for assigned properties. Working conditions are described as normal, with no disagreeable elements.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of HVAC, generator systems, and energy management systems.
• General computer knowledge.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Positive approach to work and ability to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently and make decisions.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to answer after-hours emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of previous building operations maintenance and/or engineering experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance and work order software systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and necessary maintenance and repairs on building mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, fire protection, and security systems; identify and respond to unusual conditions.
• Work independently when necessary while managing and performing day-to-day duties.
• Respond to tenant work orders involving HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical needs through direct contact and work order systems.
• Prioritize and respond to tenant requests in a timely manner.
• Oversee outside service contractors and ensure their work is performed properly.
• Supervise general contractors and subcontractors during tenant buildout construction.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and records.
• Provide management and/or clients with a monthly narrative of activities, including non-routine events, major projects, significant customer service items, and issues or concerns.
• Follow written operating procedures associated with each site.
• Assist with snow and ice clearing when necessary, including coordinating outside contractors’ plowing and salting activities.
• Provide after-hours coverage for building emergencies through the site call tree.
• Interface and work with clients and others throughout the company.
• Perform other non-routine duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• May be eligible for discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives, such as deferred cash or equity

What This Job Offers

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