Assistant Engineer

Transwestern; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Transwestern is seeking an Assistant Building Engineer in Washington, DC to perform maintenance tasks across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems. Under the Chief Engineer, you will conduct preventive and corrective repairs, manage energy usage, and respond to emergencies to ensure client comfort and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of related experience or trade school training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of related experience or trade school training.
• Minimum 2 years building maintenance experience and knowledge of building systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and other building systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to meet design specs.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with others as needed.
• Maintain energy management to minimize operating costs.
• Maintain building lighting, including repairs or replacements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Building maintenance

Energy management

Customer service

Safety/compliance

General troubleshooting

Crew coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance. Transwestern Services turns strategy into reality with consistency and accountability, collaborating to provide dynamic, tailored solutions. Whether representing a tenant, advising an investor or repositioning an asset, we operate with tenacity and own the outcome every time. Our 2,200-strong team works across service lines, ready to activate our full platform to deliver a customized, cohesive experience for clients.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as needed. Under the supervision of the Chief Engineer, the Assistant Engineer will perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include, but not limited to plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains and HVAC.
• Perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
• Maintain all equipment as required per preventive maintenance programs.
• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
• Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 2 years building maintenance experience.
• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
• Universal CFC certification preferred or working toward CFC certification and/or local or state license in mechanical or HVAC trade.
• Valid Driver License (may be required).
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems.
• Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.
• Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
• May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
• Climb ladders and stairs.

Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.00/Hour

WORK SHIFT: LOCATION: Washington, DC

This is a dynamic, on-site role that places you at the heart of the action. As a result, an essential function of this position is working on-site. Remote or hybrid options are not available. Being on property allows you to build strong relationships with clients and tenants, respond in real time, and make a visible impact every day.

ABOUT US

Our firm is built on a shared purpose: Empowering good people to do extraordinary things together. We hire smart, passionate, hard-working people who value both collaboration and independence. United by our brand promise, we own the outcome for clients, investors and partners. Learn more at transwestern.com.

All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include criminal history, education verification, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to you starting with the firm.

Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.