Commercial Building Engineer

Synergy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Free gym membership

Job summary

A leading Boston commercial real estate firm is seeking a Building Engineer to oversee maintenance duties for an urban office building. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in building operations and maintenance, including HVAC and electrical systems. We offer a competitive salary of $95,000.00-$104,000.00 annually and comprehensive benefits. This position requires a valid Massachusetts driver's license and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of building maintenance and operations experience.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor building system operations and performance.
• Perform repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations.

Skills

Building maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Synergy, a leading Boston commercial real estate firm, seeks a Building Engineer. This individual will be a key member of our engineering staff, working under limited supervision, performing all maintenance duties and responding to work orders, tenant calls and other operational/administrative duties for an urban office building in Boston.

Synergy (synergyboston.com) is a real estate investment and operating company primarily focused on the Boston market. We are one of the largest and most active landlords in the city. We are active members of the Boston business community and have been recognized as Landlord of the Year by the GBREB Commercial Brokers Association (CBA). We are also proud to support numerous organizations that make a positive impact in our city.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors building system operations and performance. Utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling.
• Oversees and inspects the work performed by outside contractors. Contracted work includes landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbers, and cleaning.
• Performs repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as required.
• Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Orders necessary materials and supplies to complete all tasks.
• Manages 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.
• Maintains the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements. Performs miscellaneous engineering and maintenance tasks as needed.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years work experience in building maintenance and operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic controls system, EMS and other building mechanical systems.
• Refrigeration or Electrical license a plus but not required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook; experience with electronic work order and preventative maintenance systems.
• The candidate must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

Work Conditions & Essential Physical Characteristics

• Work to be performed both inside the property and outside with exposure to weather, fumes, electrical current and machine noise.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, repetitive use of hands, power hand grasping, and reaching above and below shoulder level.
• Occasional sitting squatting, crawling, kneeling.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment and machinery. May be required to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally weighing up to 75 pounds.

We offer competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision life, STD & LTD insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and free gym membership. Background checks required.

Synergy is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are unable to support sponsorship for work authorization and Visas at this time.

Location: Boston, MA. Salary: $95,000.00-$104,000.00 per year.