Building Engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA

About The Position

Requirements

• Dependable, responsible, honest, and hardworking.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Ability to communicate using a hand-held radio.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret system plans and schematics.
• Ability to apply troubleshooting skills to repair and maintain systems and equipment.
• Functions well under stress, maintaining composure and reflecting a professional demeanor.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; proactive communication skills are a requisite.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all company and department policies.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices related to customer service and tenant relations.
• Uses logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions before making decisions.
• Uses logic in problem solving to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
• Subject to call 24/7, carrying company issued cell phone and/or other electronic communication device(s).
• Ability to analyze things that need to be changed, and then implement change in a sensitive, effective, and legally sound manner.
• Computer proficiency in standard software including Microsoft Office and applicable maintenance programs.
• Ability to respond to all supervisor requests in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Deal with people in a manner showing sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• 3 years of progressive experience in Building systems maintenance.
• English reading/writing skills and verbal communication skills are required.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school or some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, modifying, and performing preventative maintenance functions on building systems.
• Operating, maintaining, improving, troubleshooting, and repairing all aspects of building systems across all properties.
• Completing work orders and repairs across all properties in the KDC Portfolio.
• Maintaining properties and all designated equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Performing repairs such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Assisting in completing tenant service requests.
• Providing customer service.
• Detailed, scheduled maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, steam systems, and specialty items.
• Performing preventive maintenance work and entering equipment performance data.
• Repairing, troubleshooting, and assisting with the installation of mechanical systems, including heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Ensuring completion of maintenance and repair jobs in accordance with established standards.
• Patrolling, inspecting, logging, and maintaining mechanical, HVAC, electrical, piping, and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Assisting with fire/life/safety and security programs.
• Performing special projects as assigned.
• Handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Coordinating, planning, and scheduling maintenance and operation of building systems and equipment.
• Troubleshooting and repairing building systems in a timely fashion, documenting actions taken and reasons.
• Communicating and fostering teamwork with other Kemper Departments.