Mobile Operating Engineer

Description

The role keeps the building systems at each assigned property running efficiently and safely, covering HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment.

The work also includes routine walkthroughs, condition checks, scheduled and reactive maintenance across HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting, plus light housekeeping.

You will work across multiple properties, handling both planned upkeep and repairs that come up during the day.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all plumbing, electrical and HVAC work the buildings need.
• Service heating and cooling equipment, including packaged rooftop units, split systems, air and water cooled chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV boxes and air distribution systems.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical and pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distribution panels, valves, thermostats and diffusers so the spaces stay comfortable.
• Check field conditions and make the repairs or adjustments needed.
• Monitor the energy management system.
• Fix doors, ceilings, handrails and floors, and handle other general repairs, adjustments and installations on the property.
• Repair plumbing fixtures such as water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies and lavatories.
• Perform preventive maintenance following the company's standards, building procedures, manufacturer guidance and industry practice. This includes changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing fan, pump and motor bearings as needed, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitoring chemical treatment of condenser, chilled, heating and secondary water and its feed equipment, cleaning and maintaining cooling towers, and completing annual inspections and other scheduled tasks as directed.
• Inspect the engine room, fan room, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electrical rooms, backup generator, fire pumps, sump pumps and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps and light fixtures, and reinstall or replace signage. Confirm rooms are clean and free of obstructions and debris.
• Check that emergency exit signs and lights work and that emergency stairs and exits stay clear. Carry out extra fire and life safety inspections required by NFPA, local jurisdiction, company standards, building procedures, and direction from supervisors and property management.
• Record your activities and report them to your supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergencies such as fire, evacuation or equipment failure, and to customer concerns.
• Follow all applicable codes, regulations, government agency rules and company directives for building operations, and work safely.
• Complete all required company safety training each year as scheduled.
• Wear the company uniform while working and keep a neat, clean appearance when on the property outside working hours.

Requirements

• Key strengths: technical skill, initiative, flexibility, the ability to handle several tasks at once, and a strong sense of urgency.
• You have a high school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school is preferred.
• You have 5+ years of related experience running mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in a commercial property.
• You hold any license or permit your trade requires, such as a journeyman or master electrician license or city licenses like a Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License or High Pressure Steam Operator license.
• You may be required to hold Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on licensing rules in your market.
• You hold a valid driver's license with a good driving record, subject to periodic checks where applicable.
• You have basic computer skills in Outlook, Excel and Word.
• You have experience operating and performing basic repairs on HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors and water systems.
• You know energy management systems and how they operate.
• You have thorough knowledge of building system operation, maintenance and repair.
• You can speak clearly enough to be understood and can read and understand information given orally and in writing.
• You can see well enough to read printed material, drawings and schematics.
• You can stoop, stand and climb, and frequently lift at least 50 lbs of equipment such as pumps, tools and ladders. You can safely install rigging and lifting devices.
• You regularly crouch and reach to install or move equipment, bending at the waist or bending the knees and spine.
• You move between departments, floors and properties as the work requires.

Conditions

You may be the only maintenance staff member on duty during some shifts.

You may need to work long stretches without a break when responding to priority or emergency situations, including overtime.

The role may involve shift work and or on-call duties.

The work takes place in a professional office setting and uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

You will regularly travel outside between properties in all kinds of weather.

Your duties may change or be added at any time, with or without notice.

The company provides equal employment opportunity and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

Benefits

• Eligible employees can enroll in health, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• The pay range is $28.90 to $34.00.
• Pay may differ based on eligibility factors such as location, hire date, total hours worked, job type, business line and any collective bargaining agreement.
• Final pay depends on whether a collective bargaining agreement applies, local market rates, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
• Pay will never fall below the applicable minimum wage for this role.