Friedman Management
Building Engineer
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
North Point 901 - Cleveland , OH
Secondary Job Location(s)
Undisclosed
Remote Type
N/A
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
Undisclosed
Travel Percentage
Undisclosed
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Facilities
Description
We are looking for an experiencedBuilding Engineerto join our team in the Cleveland area. This position will assist in maintaining the operation, inspection, and maintenance of all commercial building equipment including electrical, mechanical, pump, fire, plumbing, and HVAC systems to achieve increased efficiency. The Building Engineer will be required to ensure safety while decreasing downtime by completing proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance.
Working under the direction of the buildings Property Manager and Chief Engineer, the Building Engineer will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and corrective repair of the buildings mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems. Oversight and inspection of work performed by outside subcontractors is also a requirement of the role. This position does require you to be a part of our on-call schedule.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Implement and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems including, but not limited to pumps, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air compressors and air handling units
Ensure optimal performance of HVAC systems by making adjustments and changes to HVAC and related equipment in order to maintain established operating criteria within the guidelines set forth by the Chief Engineer
Energy and water consumption monitoring as well as water treatment tracking and analyzing
Have knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Perform general repairs, maintenance and replacement of building components including, but not limited to: building fixtures and appliances, plumbing and electrical
Maintain operation logs and files, where appropriate, to include, but not limited to: central plant operations, chemical consumption logs and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property
Apply working knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls in order to make adjustments and/or corrective actions to resolve work orders. Familiarity with pneumatic controls.
Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant service requests
Maintain ethical, professional and courteous relations with contractors and tenants
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire operation staff and perform as a team member
Demonstrate full competency in applying all property emergency procedures
Assist with life safety system alarms
Utilize fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property and make adjustments as needed
Actively participate in required training activities and seminars
Assume additional responsibilities as delegated by supervisor
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule
What we are looking for: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least four years of related experience and/or trade school training.
Obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits such as EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician Certificate
Minimum of five (5) years of experience within a high-rise environment
Demonstrated working knowledge of plant equipment, including elevators, chillers, and boilers.
Demonstrated working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, drywall repairs, and carpentry.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices
Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.)
Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Interact with employees, visitors and contractors with poise and diplomacy
Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations
Understand and apply correct usage of all personal safety equipment
Physical Demands Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time
Work standing all day
Lift 25 lbs. or more
Climb up and down stairs and ladders
Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs)
Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting)
Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and some holidays
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate
Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.
Ensure optimal performance of HVAC systems by making adjustments and changes to HVAC and related equipment in order to maintain established operating criteria within the guidelines set forth by the Chief Engineer
Energy and water consumption monitoring as well as water treatment tracking and analyzing
Have knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Perform general repairs, maintenance and replacement of building components including, but not limited to: building fixtures and appliances, plumbing and electrical
Maintain operation logs and files, where appropriate, to include, but not limited to: central plant operations, chemical consumption logs and other equipment or operation inspection logs specific to the property
Apply working knowledge and skills in HVAC distribution and controls in order to make adjustments and/or corrective actions to resolve work orders. Familiarity with pneumatic controls.
Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant service requests
Maintain ethical, professional and courteous relations with contractors and tenants
Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with the entire operation staff and perform as a team member
Demonstrate full competency in applying all property emergency procedures
Assist with life safety system alarms
Utilize fire alarm and life safety systems at assigned property and make adjustments as needed
Actively participate in required training activities and seminars
Assume additional responsibilities as delegated by supervisor
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule
What we are looking for: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least four years of related experience and/or trade school training.
Obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits such as EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician Certificate
Minimum of five (5) years of experience within a high-rise environment
Demonstrated working knowledge of plant equipment, including elevators, chillers, and boilers.
Demonstrated working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, drywall repairs, and carpentry.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices
Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.)
Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Interact with employees, visitors and contractors with poise and diplomacy
Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations
Understand and apply correct usage of all personal safety equipment
Physical Demands Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time
Work standing all day
Lift 25 lbs. or more
Climb up and down stairs and ladders
Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs)
Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting)
Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and some holidays
Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate
Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.