Building Engineer

Colliers International; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Building Engineer, where your technical expertise will ensure the efficient operation of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. In this role, you'll be vital in maintaining safety and efficiency in building operations while enjoying a culture that values your contributions. With opportunities to learn and grow, you'll play a key role in supporting our clients and their properties. If you're passionate about building maintenance and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in building/property maintenance or engineering.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and check daily operating logs for building systems.
• Coordinate contractor and tenant service requests efficiently.

Skills

HVAC systems maintenance

Electrical systems knowledge

Plumbing systems knowledge

Organizational skills

Customer service orientation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CFC Certification

2 years experience in property maintenance

Job description

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you

As Building Engineer, you are a technical and engineering authority, familiar with maintenance systems and equipment. You bring strong organizational skills, a customer-centric approach, and a positive outlook to everything you do. You'll be responsible for preventative maintenance, necessary maintenance, and repairs to the buildings mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring the maintenance systems are running efficiently - and to ensure the safety of our clients and their properties.You are familiar with the location and have a solid understanding of life safety, fire protection and security systems to ensure proper operations and be able to act upon any conditions that are out of the ordinary.

In this role, you will

• You maintain and check daily operating logs for the following: air conditioning, fan units, graph charts, utility meters and general complaints.

• You ensure that building systems and tenant service requests are handled efficiently at the most economical cost.

• You successfully coordinate contractor, tenant, and management approvals for work orders

• You demonstrate a clear understating of operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for cooling towers and boilers.

What you'll bring

• At least 2 years' experience in building/property maintenance or engineer experience

• CFC Certification (or ability to obtain)

• Solid working knowledge of HVAC systems/maintenance, electrical, plumbing, energy management systems and other building mechanical equipment.

• Flexibility to be on-call to respond to after-hours / weekend emergency requests.

• A valid driver's license

Bonus Skills and Experience

• Holding any necessary/required licenses based on building and jurisdictional requirements.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Excellent communications skills

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.