Technician, Engineering

Simon Property Group•Miami, FL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician, Engineering maintains mall-owned and operated heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and effective operation. This position is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist the operations department with property-level emergencies. The role works with contracted mechanical services and performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance across HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and related systems.

Requirements

Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Familiarity with air handler units and their efficient operation to achieve energy savings and acceptable comfort levels.
Knowledge of filter identification and application, equipment and component identification, safety procedures, the refrigeration cycle, and soft soldering.
Knowledge of cooling tower operation and start-up and packaged rooftop HVAC units.
Knowledge of condenser and chilled water systems and water treatment.
Ability to diagnose equipment problems and basic mechanical system malfunctions; test components; troubleshoot and repair, replace, or adjust defective or worn parts.
Ability to disassemble, clean, lubricate, repair, and replace parts as required.
Ability to operate and program Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems for energy savings, life safety, seasonal adjustments, and company standards.
Knowledge of safety rules, hazards, and accident-prevention measures related to mechanical and HVAC equipment.
Ability to work rotating shifts, which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
High school diploma or trade school certificate.
Three to five years of experience in HVAC maintenance; related education may substitute for up to two years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
Valid driver's license.
EPA certification.

Responsibilities

Work in cooperation with contracted mechanical services retained by management.
Report situations requiring emergency or immediate action to appropriate personnel.
Troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other systems to identify malfunctions and make repairs.
Conduct scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance on designated equipment, adjusting equipment and controls to meet specifications and standards.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment as needed.
Follow applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines, including EPA and OSHA standards, to promote a safe working environment.
Administer compliance with local, state, and federal laws concerning fire, safety, hazardous materials, access, and related areas.
Observe equipment operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust valves, controls, pumps, and other mechanisms to control fluid levels, pressure, and temperature.
Provide routine preventive maintenance on air-side and water-side equipment; identify, install, maintain, and dispose of filters; clean mechanical and transformer rooms; pick up and deliver parts; and assist higher-level HVAC and refrigeration mechanics or contracted services.
Schedule preventive maintenance programs as assigned by management.
Coordinate work orders and maintain the integrity of the Work Order System.
Maintain inventory systems, records, files, Material Safety Data Sheets, supplies, equipment, and tools.
Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, lighting components, fuses, and basic electrical wiring.
Perform other job-related tasks as directed.