Lead Engineer

ABM•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Lead Building Engineer performs routine maintenance assignments and assists Facilities Management personnel with repairing and maintaining facility and grounds structures, equipment, and fixtures. The role includes general maintenance, inspection, work-order, safety, and customer-service duties. Duties may change at any time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with facility personnel.
Ability to perform computer data entry.
Some knowledge and skill in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and general maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Five years of commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience is also listed in the qualifications.

Responsibilities

Perform carpentry work, including installing shelving and repairing windows, screens, blinds, and suspended ceilings.
Perform electrical duties such as working with switches, resetting breakers, changing bulbs and ballasts, and completing other assigned electrical tasks.
Perform HVAC tasks, including checking thermostats and responding to hot and cold calls.
Complete light plumbing repairs, such as changing washers, valves, and shutoffs.
Provide general maintenance services to facility personnel, including assembling furniture and accessories and moving items.
Use power tools and other equipment for maintenance work.
Assist other trades during emergencies or periods of heavy workload, including snow removal and groundskeeping.
Collaborate with the supervisor and Facilities Management personnel to obtain the expertise of craftspeople needed to complete assignments.
Report defective materials, faulty equipment operation, and unusual matters to the supervisor and appropriate personnel.
Inspect spaces, electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and systems; file deficiency reports and work-order requests to address problems and support safe, reliable, energy-efficient operation.
Work from a work-order system using wireless tablets and/or verbal instructions.
Prioritize work requests according to department procedures and notify the supervisor of problems or project delays.
Keep work areas and equipment safe, clean, and orderly; follow safety regulations and report OSHA violations to the supervisor.
Follow and promote safe working practices, including use of required safety apparel.
Respond to facility emergency codes.
Attend facility-sponsored training, including Blood Borne Pathogens, Fire Safety, and Right-To-Know training, as required.
Drive personal or facility-owned vehicles for business purposes if required; drivers are subject to initial and periodic driving-record reviews.
Manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
Work effectively alone and manage anger, fear, hostility, and stress appropriately.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with respect and courtesy, supporting a professional environment.
Build effective working relationships and collaborate within and across departments to support departmental goals and objectives.
Accompany insurance, federal, state, or local authorities inspecting buildings or mechanical systems, if required.