Operating Engineer (Local 399)

Tishman Speyer•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tishman Speyer creates vibrant destinations and dynamic environments that inspire innovation and connected communities. As a diversified developer, operator, and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 33 markets across the globe, our business choices are driven by the belief that real estate should unlock human potential. Tishman Speyer’s diversified portfolio spans market rate and affordable residential communities, premier office properties and retail spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use campuses. We create state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties joint venture, and foster innovation through our strategic proptech investments. By combining global perspective with local expertise, and a personalized approach, we are able to anticipate our customers’ evolving needs. We were the first real estate company to introduce asset-wide amenity services through our ZO platform, and the first traditional real estate company to create its own flexible space and coworking brand, Studio. Since our founding in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 576 properties, totaling 233 million square feet, with a combined value of over $131 billion (U.S.). Tishman Speyer currently has approximately $65 billion in assets under management, including iconic properties such as New York City's Rockefeller Center, São Paulo's Torre Norte, The Springs in Shanghai, Paris Bourse in Paris and Frankfurt’s OpernTurm and TaunusTurm. Summary of the Position: Engineering is responsible for maintaining health and safety standards while creating a welcoming environment for our customers (tenants), visitors, and the community. Tishman Speyer is seeking an Operating Engineer to join our team at our 300 South Wacker property. The Engineer will be responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment on all systems. The Engineer is expected to demonstrate technical expertise in one craft area (e.g., Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, and Central Plant Operations) while being skilled in others. This role requires core availability to work Monday through Friday, 3pm – 11pm, as well as flexibility for other shifts when business needs arise.

Requirements

Passion for maintaining health and safety standards while creating a hospitable and welcoming atmosphere.
Ability to perform all work using the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
In strict accordance, ability to perform all applicable safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Have thorough knowledge of building systems and their respective operating sequences, strategies, and best practices.
Demonstrate aptitude for and/or mechanical systems, as well as computer-controlled equipment.
Working knowledge of computer applications, including BMS Controls and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
Demonstrate leadership and mentoring skills for Helpers under your supervision.
High school diploma or state equivalent.
Minimum of two years of college or related trade schooling.
Minimum of four years’ experience in HVAC central plant operations.
Universal CFC Certification, if required by building
Membership in the IUOE Local 399 is required within 60 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

Safely operate the facility in accordance with all applicable government and regulatory requirements.
Identify, enforce, and assess safety hazards and risks.
Record readings and make adjustments to ensure proper operation of equipment.
Review monthly Service Request summaries to pinpoint and correct recurrent operational problems.
Participate in incident investigations.
Perform maintenance and monitoring reports to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, control, and fire, life and safety systems to keep building systems up to applicable standards.
Maintain HVAC systems and equipment at optimum levels (e.g., cleaning, inspecting, and changing parts).
Assist in removing snow and ice from the outside of buildings (where applicable)
Respond to tenant inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Assist Building Management team with emergency situations (e.g., fire alarms, chemical spills, hazardous conditions) and take appropriate actions.
Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Other duties as assigned.