Non-Union Lead Building Engineer

ABM Industries•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

The Lead Building Engineer performs routine maintenance assignments and assists other Facilities Management personnel with the repair and maintenance of facility and grounds structures, equipment, and fixtures. The role includes work across carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance, as well as inspecting spaces and mechanical systems and reporting deficiencies. The engineer works from a work order system on wireless tablets and/or verbal instructions, prioritizes requests, and responds to facility emergency codes. Duties are subject to change at any time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Maintenance experience in commercial, industrial, or healthcare settings. The qualifications section lists both 2 years and 5 years of 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.

Responsibilities

Perform carpentry duties, including installing shelving and repairing windows, screens, blinds, and suspended ceilings.
Perform electrical duties, including working with switches, resetting breakers, changing bulbs and ballasts, and completing other assigned electrical work.
Perform HVAC duties, including checking thermostats and responding to hot and cold calls.
Complete light plumbing repairs, including changing washers, valves, and shutoffs.
Provide general maintenance services for facility personnel, including assembling furniture and accessories and moving items.
Use power tools and other equipment.
Assist other trades during emergencies or overload situations, including snow removal, groundskeeping, and other assigned tasks.
Collaborate with the supervisor and Facilities Management personnel to identify the expertise of crafts needed to complete assignments.
Report defective materials, faulty equipment operation, and unusual matters to the supervisor and appropriate personnel.
Inspect spaces and electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and systems; file deficiency reports, including work order requests, to help ensure safe, reliable, energy-efficient operations.
Work from the work order system on wireless tablets and/or verbal instructions.
Prioritize work requests according to department procedures and notify the supervisor of project problems or delays.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area and equipment, and follow prescribed safety regulations.
Report OSHA regulation violations to the supervisor.
Practice safe work procedures and ensure others follow them, including use of required safety apparel.
Respond to all 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.
Handle multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
Work effectively alone and appropriately manage anger, fear, hostility, and stress.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with respect and courtesy.
Promote effective working relationships and collaborate across and within departments to support department and unit goals.
Accompany insurance, federal, state, or local authorities inspecting buildings or mechanical systems when required.