Mobile Engineer (Houston, TX)

Cushman & Wakefield • Austin, TX

5d • $35 - $41

About The Position

The Mobile Engineer performs maintenance, repair, and operational work on building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems across properties. The role includes monitoring energy management, verifying field conditions, completing general repairs and preventive maintenance, inspecting building equipment and life-safety systems, and responding to emergencies and customer concerns. The employee documents work and follows applicable codes, company directives, safety requirements, and uniform standards.

The position operates in a professional office environment and regularly involves travel between properties in varying weather conditions. It requires physical activity including standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, moving between departments and floors, and frequently lifting at least 50 pounds. The compensation range is $34.85–$41.00; the posting does not specify the pay period.

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.
• Possess and maintain a 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.
• May be required to hold an appropriate trade license or permit, 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 licensure requirements.
• May be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts and may need to work extended periods without relief during priority or emergency situations, including overtime assignments; shift work and on-call duties may be required.
• Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and frequently lift at least 50 pounds of equipment, including pumps, tools, and ladders, and safely install rigging or lifting devices.
• Ability to crouch and reach to install or move equipment by bending at the waist, legs, and spine.
• Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand.
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing.
• Ability to read printed material, drawings, and schematics.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work required for the 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, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and related equipment.
• Verify field conditions and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Monitor energy management.
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, and other property items; perform general repairs, adjustments, and installations.
• Repair plumbing fixtures, including water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, and lavatories.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with company standards, building protocols, manufacturer recommendations, and industry practices, including filter changes, coil cleaning, condenser flushing, tube punching, lubrication, belt inspection and adjustment, bearing replacement, pulley and shaft alignment, water-treatment monitoring, cooling-tower maintenance, 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; ensure rooms are clean and free of obstructions and debris.
• Check emergency exit signs and lights and maintain clear access to emergency stairs and exits; perform additional fire and life-safety inspections as required by NFPA, local jurisdiction, company standards, building protocols, and supervisors or 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 company safety training.
• Follow the company uniform dress code and maintain a neat, clean appearance while on the property outside working hours.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance programs.
• Eligible employees may enroll in flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Eligible employees may enroll in retirement savings plans.
• Eligible employees may enroll in life and disability insurance programs.
• Eligible employees may receive paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay, subject to eligibility factors.

What This Job Offers

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