Lead Engineer

Unico Properties LLC • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Engineer performs repairs and maintenance tasks, including preventive maintenance to the building structure and systems; is responsible for maintaining condition of the property interiors, exteriors, and site using materials and equipment following manufacturer’s directions; continually strives to increase their working knowledge of the property; and works in compliance with all safety rules and regulations. They promote a culture and demonstrates market leadership that is committed to sustainability and strategic energy.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Current driver’s license required
• 5+ years’ experience in property / building engineering
• Ability to prioritize work load
• Proficient in operation of the building Energy Management System along with intimate working knowledge of programming and troubleshooting of the system and components
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment
• Familiarity with domestic water pumping systems along with associated pressure reducing and backflow devices
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Technical carpentry and maintenance skills
• Ability to operate computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficiency with one or more work order and preventative maintenance programs
• "Best in Class" customer service skills
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions and to deal with problems involving a few variables
• Mathematics Ability: Ability to perform very basic math skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing two-digit numbers; to perform the basic arithmetic operations with money; to perform operations with units such as inch, foot, and yard / ounce and pound
• Language Ability: Ability to use passive vocabulary of 5,000-6,000 words; ability to read at a slow rate; ability to define unfamiliar words in dictionaries for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation

Nice To Haves

• 2 year technical accreditation preferred
• Current universal CFC card preferred
• Current Boiler license preferred
• Previous experience with building EMS (Energy Management Systems) and controls
• May require expertise in one or more area of maintenance engineering

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance as directed by preventive maintenance schedule
• Performs specific maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools as directed by work orders including general carpentry, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing (may perform these duties with a high level expertise in one or more areas); trouble shoot, diagnose, and correct minor and major HVAC issues, electronical issues (24v to 480v), and plumbing issues including removing and replacing miscellaneous plumbing fixtures
• Performs light sheetrock wall repair and painting
• Maintains assigned response times to tenant calls
• Performs some special project work for tenants as directed
• Assists Maintenance Technician with issues he/she is not able to resolve independently
• Operates the building in a code-compliant manner, maximizing energy efficiency while maintaining tenant comfort, and in a manner that is aligned with building LEED and energy conservation measures
• Maintains log of weekly water meter reads for LEED and EnergyStar
• Maintains proper levels of chemical treatment in closed and open loop HVAC systems
• Repairs/replaces lock and passage sets including pinning of cylinders and cutting keys
• Performs new tenant keying configurations
• Maintains key logs
• Follows requirements for Purchase Orders, including necessary documentation and tenant signatures
• Performs monthly tenant bill back meter reads
• Maintains daily data logs for critical equipment
• Performs snow removal and/or ice melt distribution in inclement weather
• Proficiently operates fire life safety systems throughout property/properties
• Continuously inspects property/properties for safety hazards, and works in compliance with all safety rules and regulations
• Maintains and keeps clean all phone/electrical closets/switchgear, etc.
• Keeps shop and desk area clean and organized
• Participates in the Engineering on-call schedule
• Interfaces with vendors and contractors in coordination of work and inspection of work
• Covers duties at other properties when assigned staff is absent, or as needed for special projects
• Drives company vehicle, as needed

Benefits

• Two benefit plans to choose from: a Qualified High Deductible Health Plan or a Buy-Up PPO Plan.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption.
• 401(k) plan with up to $9,000 in employer matching each year, 401(k) after-tax elections allowed up to 415(c) limit.
• Starting with 3 weeks of flexible paid time off (PTO), which increases with tenure.
• 11 paid holidays off each year.
• 12 hours of paid volunteer time and $200 charitable contribution matching each year.
• Up to $2,000 Education allowance yearly.
• Required licensing and training covered at 100%.

What This Job Offers

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