Operating Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Engineer is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems across assigned properties. This includes maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing routine assessments and rounds, and executing day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance tasks such as painting and general housekeeping. The role encompasses all plumbing, electrical, and HVAC requirements, including the maintenance of heating equipment, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, and air distribution systems. The engineer will monitor and adjust various mechanical and pneumatic equipment, control gauges, and thermostats to maintain a comfortable building environment. Key duties also involve verifying field conditions, performing necessary repairs, monitoring energy management, and conducting general property repairs on elements like doors, ceilings, and floors. Preventive maintenance is performed in accordance with C&W standards, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices, covering tasks like filter changes, coil cleaning, and bearing greasing. Regular inspections of critical equipment such such as engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling towers, motors, and various pumps are essential. The role also requires replacing lamps and fixtures, ensuring rooms are clear of obstructions, checking emergency exit signs, and performing fire and life safety inspections. Documentation of activities, immediate response to emergencies (fire, evacuation, equipment failure), and addressing customer concerns are also part of the job. Compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives, along with practicing safe work habits and completing required safety training, is mandatory. The engineer must also adhere to the C&W Uniform Dress Code.

Requirements

High School Diploma of GED Equivalent
5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting
Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.)
May be required to have certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks (where applicable)
Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques and operations.
Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s)
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Perform rounds
Conduct routine assessments
Perform day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance
Perform painting and housekeeping for assigned properties
Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building(s)
Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/ or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV, and air distribution systems, etc.
Monitor and adjust all mechanical/pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings
Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments
Monitor Energy Management
Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, and floors and other general repairs, adjustments and installations about the property
Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.)
Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with C&W standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices, including changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing fan, pump and motor bearings as required, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitor condenser, chilled, heating and secondary water chemical treatment and its associated feed equipment, clean and maintain cooling towers, and perform annual inspections and other scheduled routines as directed.
Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pump(s), sump pump(s), and ejector pumps.
Replace lamps, light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage
Verify rooms are clean and clear of obstructions and debris
Check for properly operating emergency exit signs and lights and ensure free and clear access to emergency stairs and exits.
Perform additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA and local jurisdiction, C&W standards, building protocol and as directed by superiors and property management
Document and report activities to supervisor
Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as relates to building operations and practice safe work habits
Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually
Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours