Summary
Facilities Engineers are responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and of all building systems, while ensuring the aesthetic appeal of the buildings common elements. To operate the building in an efficient manner and perform a wide variety of Resident services while maintaining positive relations in accordance with the Landmarks established safety procedures and service standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
·Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building and site systems for two towers. Building systems include but are not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, water treatment, hardware, keying and fire protection.
· Perform and/or oversee the installation, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting and repair or maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment independently.
·Receive work assignments, plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment and materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.
· Oversee and/or assist other Facilities Engineers and Maintenance Technicians with troubleshooting of building systems as needed.
· Assist in the monitoring of contractors, inspecting work and generating deficiency lists.
· Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms.
· Follow and/or oversee inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventive maintenance and loss control programs. Coordinate, conduct and/or provide support in the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance and loss control.
· Accurately complete Resident requests, repair work and related records for the respective towers as required.
· Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements and take initiative to correct as appropriate.
·Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures.
· Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required.
· Provide technical support and assist in the training of less experienced staff.
· Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions and promptly report any potential or existing problems.
· Available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed. Respond to after-hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather, power outage and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-call procedures or as requested in critical situations.
· Promote and maintain a high standard in the operation and appearance of the properties. Promote, establish and maintain positive relations with Residents via proactive communication, routine follow-up and a high level of customer service.
· Maintains, services, and conducts minor repairs on buildings and equipment.
· Performs a variety of semiskilled duties in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, or plastering.
· Assist maintenance engineers and other workers with their tasks.
· Complies with established safety guidelines and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has limited supervisory responsibilities in assisting to oversee, train, coach and educate Facilities Engineers 1 and 2.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; uses resources effectively.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional Resident situations; responds promptly to Resident needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
· High School Diploma
· 0 - 1 year related experience and/or specialty training
Language Skills
· Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
· Ability to write simple correspondence.
· Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
· Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
· Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs..
Reasoning Ability
· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
· Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
· Ability to use mobile phone apps and the BuildingLink software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
· Industry and/or trade certifications and licenses are desirable.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
