Mobile Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Hillsboro, OR

About The Position

The Mobile Engineer maintains and repairs HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other building mechanical systems to ensure efficient building operations. The role covers a range of heating and air-conditioning plants and associated equipment, as well as inspections, preventive maintenance, emergency response, inventory control, and reporting for assigned client buildings. This is a non-supervisory, hourly, non-exempt position. Schedules are typically during business hours, but may include shift work, on-call duties, overtime, after-hours or weekend work, and emergency callbacks depending on client and location needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least four years of technical experience, with a strong background in HVAC equipment and systems, plumbing, electrical systems, equipment repair and maintenance, and system design and application.
Valid state driver’s license.
Valid EPA Section 608 Universal certification for servicing, repairing, or disposing of equipment that could release CFC- and HFC-based refrigerants.
Maintain any trade license or permit required for the assigned location.
Experience operating, maintaining, and performing basic repairs on HVAC systems, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, gas lines, and water systems.
Knowledge of energy management systems, techniques, and operations, and thorough knowledge of building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with tenants, clients, and vendors.
Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word; ability to use a smartphone or tablet and upload PDF files and documents.
Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.
Ability to work wearing PPE when required and travel between properties outdoors in varying weather conditions when needed.
Ability to perform considerable physical activity, including stooping, standing, climbing, frequently lifting at least 50 pounds, and safely installing rigging and lifting devices; regularly crouch, reach, bend, and move equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and read and understand information presented orally and in writing.
Willingness and ability to work extended periods without relief during priority or emergency situations, and to work shifts, on-call duties, overtime, and after-hours or weekend activity as required.
Employment is contingent on identity and U.S. work eligibility documentation, drug testing, criminal background check, a clean driving record for driving-related roles, education verification, and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repair work orders for facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other installed systems and components.
Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, and building interior, exterior, and related grounds at assigned client buildings.
Conduct assigned facility inspections and due diligence, and report conditions that may affect client occupancy or operations.
Respond to emergencies; light travel may be required during emergency events.
Operate, maintain, and repair boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and lines used to distribute steam and heated or processed water.
Maintain stock and control inventory.
Recommend ongoing improvements to the preventive maintenance program.
Compile and submit monthly reports to keep the management team informed about current building operations.
Become familiar with assigned-location equipment and its proper use, including building automation and fire/life safety systems.
Identify safety hazards and recommend ways to eliminate them; use appropriate PPE when performing tasks.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental requirements, company directives, and safe work practices.
Maintain required Federal, State, or Local licenses for assigned locations.
Complete required C&W Safety Training annually.
Follow the C&W Uniform Dress Code and maintain a neat and clean appearance during working hours.
Support after-hours and weekend building activity as required and respond to client callbacks for routine repairs and emergencies.