Building Engineer

Colliers International; Nebraska; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers International is seeking a Building Engineer to serve as a technical authority for the building’s mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems. You will perform preventative and necessary maintenance, respond to client requests, and ensure systems operate efficiently to protect clients and properties.

Responsibilities include logging daily operations, coordinating with contractors and tenants, and maintaining safe life-safety and fire protection practices.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in building/property maintenance or engineer experience.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and energy management systems.
• Flexibility to be on-call for after-hours or weekend emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and check daily operating logs for HVAC, electrical, and general complaints.
• Respond to client requests and coordinate with tenants and management for work orders.
• Coordinate contractor, tenant, and management approvals for work orders.
• Follow operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for cooling towers and boilers.

Skills

Building maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical knowledge

Energy management

Tools

CFC Certification

Electrical controls

Plumbing basics

Job description

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 the 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 will respond to client requests, prioritize, and follow up to ensure minimal downtime. 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.

Shift Details:

2nd shift, Wednesday to Saturday - 11am to 9pm

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.

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.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

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.

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.