Role Description
The Building Engineer, in partnership with companies Property Management Team, will work to meet the on-going maintenance demands of the Portfolio to assure a high level of professionalism regarding all Portfolio maintenance requirements, including timely response to and resolution of any tenant or owner requests or concerns.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Support the development and implementation of the preventative maintenance program for the portfolio.
Perform scheduled inspections, complete and report inspection checklists on time.
Note items on inspection checklist which require additional follow up and communicate with Chief Building Engineer.
Provide feedback to Chief Building Engineer and Property Manager regarding major repairs, special services, etc.
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance and custodial tasks which do not require licensing (e.g. HVAC filters, rebuild faucets, fix toilets, clear drains, etc.)
Read and interpret manuals, constructions drawings, diagrams, and work orders to perform required maintenance and tasks.
Maintain quality appearance of property to LKWP standards.
Partner with contracted vendors and ensure quality of work performed meets LKWP standards.
Review and monitor scope of services/specifications for contracted services.
Assist with development of specifications for contracted services.
Respond to and resolve tenant service requests which do not require licensing (e.g. running toilets, leaking faucets, light bulb replacement, etc.)
Provide excellent customer service by interacting in a professional and positive manner with tenants, vendors, coworkers, etc.
Support annual operating and capital budgeting process as requested.
Use a variety of hand and power tools following all safety practices.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment by following all safety procedures.
Be aware of and report any potential safety hazards and accidents immediately.
Assist other Engineers as requested by Chief Engineer.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Skills & Abilities:
Be aware of and report any potential safety hazards and accidents immediately.
Professional communication etiquette with good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline-oriented environment.
Available to work overtime and be on on-call rotation.
Professional, clean and neat appearance.
Ability to use small hand tools as needed.
Must have dependable insured vehicle capable of transporting needed tools/equipment (e.g. ladder, power washer, hand tools, power tools, etc.) for use in local travel.
Education &/or Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent.
3+ years' experience in commercial building maintenance or related field.
3+ years' experience operating relevant computer hardware/software (e.g. HVAC, security, MSOffice, Workorder system, smart phone, etc.)
Valid driver's license, automobile liability insurance and the ability to be covered by our insurer.