Lead Building Engineer

Friedman Management Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Real Estate is seeking a Lead Building Engineer to operate, inspect, and maintain commercial building systems at Skylight Office Tower in Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems to ensure safe, efficient property operations.

You will perform preventative maintenance, document findings, respond to tenant requests, read blueprints, use multimeters and diagnostic tools, and support the on-call emergency schedule while upholding

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum four years of related maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of elevators, chillers, and boilers.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency with testing equipment such as analog and digital multimeters, pressure and temperature monitoring devices.
• Safe operation of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on building systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing and life safety.
• Inspect systems, document findings, and update maintenance logs.
• Respond to tenant service requests and work orders promptly.
• Coordinate with the property operations team to support facility performance.
• Assist with emergency procedures and life safety system alarms.
• Operate and monitor fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Conduct safety trainings and ensure compliance with codes and company policies.
• Participate in on-call schedule and after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Blueprints interpretation

Communication with tenants

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Pressure/Temperature monitors

Hand and power tools

Blueprints/Schematics

Job description

Job Overview

Job Details
Job Location: Skylight Office Tower - Cleveland, OH 44113
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: General Labor

The Lead Building Engineer is responsible for the operation, inspection, preventative maintenance, and repair of commercial building systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable property operations. This role supports building performance by maintaining mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire/life safety, and related systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire/life safety, steam, elevator, and related building systems.
• Conduct general building repairs including fixtures, appliances, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical components.
• Inspect building systems regularly and document findings in operation logs, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Respond promptly and professionally to tenant service requests and work orders.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and courteous working relationships with tenants, contractors, vendors, and internal staff.
• Coordinate and work collaboratively with the property operations team to support overall facility performance.
• Demonstrate full competency in property emergency procedures, including assisting with evacuations and responding to life safety system alarms.
• Operate, monitor, and make minor adjustments to fire alarm and life safety systems as appropriate.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment in accordance with company and safety guidelines.
• Participate in required training sessions, safety programs, and professional development activities.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable safety regulations, building codes, and company policies.
• Participate in the on-call schedule and respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of four (4) years of related maintenance experience and/or trade school training.
• Working knowledge of commercial plant equipment including elevators, chillers, and boilers.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, drywall repair, and carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with testing equipment such as analog and digital multimeters, pressure and temperature monitoring devices.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.