Building Engineer

omers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

OMERS in Boston is seeking a hands-on Building Engineer to join our Operations team in a best-in-class office tower. You will operate and maintain mechanical, electrical and life safety systems to ensure safe, efficient building operations and a superior tenant experience.

Responsibilities include monitoring HVAC and BAS, performing preventive maintenance, supporting energy programs, and handling tenant service requests with professionalism. On-call rotation is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical and mechanical building operations experience.
• Hands-on experience operating HVAC, BAS, electrical, plumbing and life-safety systems.
• Strong communication, organization and customer-focused mindset.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergencies.
• EPA Refrigerant Recovery license and OSHA certification preferred.
• High school diploma or trade school certificate in HVAC/electrical/plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust HVAC, BAS, lighting and life safety to maximize efficiency and tenant comfort.
• Perform preventive maintenance, routine repairs, minor plumbing work and drain cleaning.
• Support water treatment program by recording weekly readings.
• Follow policies for safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Respond to and resolve tenant service requests with timely communication.
• Troubleshoot recurring issues to improve tenant comfort and building performance.
• Assist with contracted work to ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Support energy programs and project close-out documentation.
• Assist with Operational Audit and general maintenance tasks.

Skills

HVAC operation

BAS

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing

Life safety

Customer service

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or trade certificate

OSHA/credentialing

EPA license (preferred)

Tools

BMS

Building management systems

Job description

Choose a workplace that empowers your impact.

Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise and passion. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be - and deliver - your best.

We are a leading global real estate investor, developer and manager. We combine our capital with our capabilities to create real estate that strengthens economies and communities. By prioritizing people, partnerships and places, we generate meaningful returns for OMERS members, enhance value for our capital partners and create a brighter world for our customers.

Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work.

Don't just work anywhere - come build tomorrow together with us.

We are looking for a hands-on Building Engineer to join our Operations team at a best-in-class Class "A" office tower in downtown Boston. Reporting into the Senior Engineer, you will help keep the building running safely, efficiently and reliably every day - operating and maintaining mechanical, electrical and life safety systems while delivering an outstanding experience for our tenants.

This is a customer-facing role where strong technical skills meet great service. If you take pride in your trade, enjoy solving problems, and want to grow your career in commercial building operations, this is a role where your impact will be felt every day.

You Will Be Responsible For

Mechanical Systems Operation & Maintenance

• Operate, monitor and adjust HVAC equipment (central plant, pumps, motors, fans, chillers, VSDs, compressors), building automation systems (BAS), lighting and life safety systems to maximize efficiency and tenant comfort
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) tasks on schedule, along with routine repairs, minor plumbing repairs and drain cleaning
• Support the water treatment program, including recording and reviewing weekly readings
• Follow department policies for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials

Customer (Tenant) Relations & Service Response

• Respond to and resolve tenant service requests logged through the software-based tenant request system in a timely manner, keeping tenants informed throughout
• Troubleshoot recurring issues to proactively improve tenant comfort and building performance
• Deliver a customer-focused experience that models Oxford's values

Contractor Support, Energy & General Duties

• Support and monitor contracted work to ensure it is completed safely and in compliance with building standards
• Execute energy awareness and conservation initiatives (e.g., the MACH energy program) and the asset-specific sustainability program in partnership with property management
• Support the Chief Engineer and Senior Engineer with construction, capital and special projects as needed, including plan review support and proper close-out documentation
• Assist with the building Operational Audit and perform miscellaneous maintenance tasks in support of the broader Property Management and Operations team

Required Skills & Experience

• Building systems experience: Hands-on experience operating and maintaining HVAC, BAS, electrical, plumbing and life safety systems in a commercial / Class "A" or comparable facility
• Technical operations experience: Minimum 3 years of technical and mechanical building operations experience
• Customer service & communication: Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Availability: Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to building emergencies as required

Note: This role requires the physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs and to safely use ladders.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery license and OSHA certification, or relevant state/local operating license
• High school diploma (or equivalent) or trade school certificate emphasizing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety and building control systems
• Experience with building management systems (BMS), electrical maintenance and repair, HVAC repair and preventative maintenance programs
• Skills in blueprint / construction drawing interpretation, as applied to technical areas

#IDOAC

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. The base salary that is ultimately offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill set.

The expected salary/hourly range for this position is $34 - $44 per hour.

You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to partic