Junior Building Engineer

Legend Management Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great compensation package and bonus

Paid time off

Company matched 401K

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Legend Management Group is seeking a Junior Building Engineer to support maintenance across our apartment communities in Virginia. You will assist the Service Manager with turns, routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and curb appeal to assure tenant satisfaction.

The role requires strong customer service, a safety-minded approach, and willingness to work evenings or weekends. A high school diploma and 2+ years of related experience are expected, with a valid driver’s license and EPA HVAC

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of facilities, residential, or multi-family maintenance experience (supervisory experience a plus).
• Experience with boilers/cooling towers and water source heat pump is a plus or willingness to learn.
• HVAC certification (CFC Universal) is preferred.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance assistance to ensure resident satisfaction.
• Lead by example and uphold company standards and values.
• Respond to maintenance requests for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and appliances.
• Perform initial diagnostics and troubleshoot service requests.
• Maintain records in maintenance software.
• Manage make-ready and turnover to enable leasing and move-ins.
• Contribute to preventative maintenance programs and site upkeep.
• Support vendor relations and pricing negotiations.
• Assist with team scheduling and service coordination.
• Stay current with industry trends and training.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boilers and cooling towers

HVAC knowledge

Job description

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As our Junior Building Engineer, you will assist in overseeing the overall appearance and maintenance needs of our apartment community. You will assist the Service Manager with apartment turns, general maintenance repair, conduct preventative maintenance, and help maintain curb appeal. You will report to the Service Manager.

Salary Range: $28.62-$34.28/Hour based on experience with $5,000 annual bonus potential

You Will:

• Work with the service and office team to provide exceptional customer service to resolve all maintenance related issues to the satisfaction of our residents


• Lead by example and be a role model for the standards and behaviors consistent with our core values


• Show care and concern for our residents through follow ups and completion of their apartment service requests


• Resolve maintenance issues in the area of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and appliance repair


• Perform initial diagnostics and troubleshoot all mechanical service requests


• Manage records of activity in maintenance software system


• Manage the make-ready and apartment turnover process so apartments can be leased, and new residents can move in


• Preserve the value of the building by working on preventative maintenance programs


• Preserve the beauty of the building and the safety of the community through general upkeep and cleanliness, snow removal and grounds maintenance


• Sustain peak efficiency operation levels for all property components


• Assist Service Manager with improvements/services, including the bidding process


• Assist Service Manager to maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate pricing


• Maintain and monitor inventory within budgeted guidelines


• Work weekends or evenings and be on-call for after hour emergencies


• Assist with service calls for retail space


• Assist Service Manager with team schedules, move in/move out schedules, prioritizing service requests.


• Commit to professional development, stay up to date with industry trends and changes, and attend training

You Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 2+ years of facilities, residential, or multi-family maintenance experience (supervisory experience a plus)


• Experience working with boilers/cooling towers and water source heat pump a plus or willing to learn


• An HVAC, EPA certification (CFC Universal)


• Reliable transportation and valid Driver's License


• The ability to exert up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, use ladders and work in varying weather conditions

Enjoy A Variety of Perks and Benefits Including:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan


• Paid time off - holidays, vacation, sick, administrative, and bereavement


• Company matched 401K


• Tuition Assistance

About Us:

Legend Management Group is an apartment management group with communities in Maryland and Virginia that has served the area's most discerning residents for over 30 years. We were named a Top Workplace in DC in 2020 by The Washington Post. Our communities are staffed with caring, knowledgeable professionals committed to our residents’ quality of life. We apply our core values of People First, Create Exceptional Experiences, Embrace Change and Innovation, Balance Work and Play, and Inspire and Empower to every team member, resident, and partner.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

LIMITATIONS and DISCLAIMER: This job description only describes the general nature and illustrative level of work performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of tasks, responsibilities, and skills. Team members will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.