Life Science Building Engineer 2

Cushman & Wakefield•Waltham, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Science Building Engineer 2 is responsible for maintaining the integrity of all building systems, operating the building efficiently, and performing a variety of tenant services while fostering positive tenant relations, all in accordance with established operational and safety procedures. This role requires the ability to operate advanced building systems within a critical environment, ensuring minimal downtime, and a strong understanding of complex drawings, ladder diagrams, and schematics. Key duties include the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of all building and site systems, encompassing HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, water treatment, hardware, keying, and fire protection. The engineer will also be involved in the installation, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting, and repair or maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent educational certification
A minimum of 2 to 4 years as a Maintenance Technician / Building Engineer or equivalent field experience required including working knowledge of commercial office building systems.
Comprehensive training and certification in HVAC and other technologies relating to building engineering and/or equivalent job related training and experience.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision in a fast paced environment and deal effectively with multiple, simultaneous deadlines and projects.
Ability to organize and coordinate work efficiently and effectively set priorities.
Consistent participation in on-call schedule for after hour calls required. This may include working alternative schedules during on-call period.
Ability to work overtime as needed to ensure critical systems stay running, with little or no notice
Basic skills necessary to operate computer for general day to day work and communications.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing as needed.
Working knowledge of web based work order systems, such as Angus, Interwise, Energy Link or similar required.
Demonstrate exemplary tenant relations. Project a positive appearance and attitude at all times.
Flexibility to work at various properties that may be assigned from time to time.
Possess knowledge of safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power and hand tools, including but not limited to, a snow blower.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record when required.
License(s) for applicable jurisdiction and equipment as required based on location.
CFC certification for the type of equipment serviced

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred.
Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA and Life Safety codes and regulations preferred.
Experience working in critical environments is preferred.
Universal CFC Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate advanced building systems in a critical environment ensuring minimal downtime
Ability to read and understand complex drawings, ladder diagrams and schematics
Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building and site systems for assigned properties. Building systems include but are not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, water treatment, hardware, keying and fire protection.
Perform, assist in or oversee the installation, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting and repair or maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment.
Receive work assignments, plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment and materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.
Assist in the monitoring of contractors, inspecting work and generating deficiency lists.
Complete weekly water treatment and testing, review weekly water treatment reports for deficiencies
Assist more skilled employees with the completion of their mechanical work to learn new skills
Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms. Keep the shop, penthouse equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized and safe.
Follow inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventative maintenance and loss control programs. Coordinate, conduct and/or provide support in the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance and loss control.
Daily check of the BMS and site energy monitoring platform to confirm the building is running as efficiently as possible
Accurately complete tenant requests, repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings as required. Follow applicable government / local authority requirements (e.g. Orders of Condition) and other records for assigned properties.
Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements and take initiative to correct as appropriate.
Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures.
Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required.
Provide technical support and assist in the training and upgrading of skills of less experienced staff.
Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions and promptly report any potential or existing problems.
Available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed.
Respond to after-hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather (including but not limited to snow and ice removal) power outage and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-call procedures or as requested in critical situations.
Promote and maintain a high standard in the operation of the properties. Promote, establish and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication, routine follow-up and a high level of customer service.
Attends trainings and classes in order to further enhance knowledge where applicable.
Proven ability to respond to all situations in an urgent manner and address the situation until a resolution is met
Willingness to attend schooling to obtain different licenses/certifications as required
Other duties as assigned
Assist in the monitoring and implementation of OSHA requirements.
May procure vendor/contract prices for mechanical parts, equipment and tools.
Perform other duties as assigned.