Maintenance Engineer

Aventura Mall; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventura Mall is hiring a Maintenance Engineer to support the safe, reliable operation of the facility. The role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to building systems, equipment, and common areas.

You will work with the facilities team, tenants, and licensed contractors to resolve maintenance needs and maintain accurate records. This on-site position requires hands-on skills across plumbing, electrical, HVAC support, and carpentry, with emphasis on safety, reporting,

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial building operations and preventive maintenance would be ideal.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, diagnose issues, and document work.
• Familiarity with OSHA/EPA safety requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, light carpentry, painting, doors, fixtures.
• Assist licensed contractors and vendors; communicate access needs and status to facilities.
• Complete preventive maintenance and inspections of building systems and equipment; document findings and follow-up needs.
• Orient team members to systems, equipment locations, and safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate unsafe conditions or licensed work as needed.
• Maintain accurate work orders with labor, materials, and notes in the maintenance system.
• Prepare maintenance reports and communicate outstanding repairs and supply needs.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize disruption to guests and tenants.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Communication skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical know-how

Driving license

Education

HS diploma with trade cert

Job description

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Maintenance Engineer

Retail Management Full Time Manual Labor Aventura, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3176

Position Summary

The Maintenance Engineer supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Aventura Mall by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to building systems, equipment, and common areas. This hands-on role works with the facilities and operations team, tenants, and licensed contractors to resolve maintenance needs, maintain accurate work records, and minimize disruption to mall operations. The Maintenance Engineer delivers professional, responsive service and performs work within their training, authorization, and applicable safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, light carpentry, painting, doors, locks, door closers, fixtures, and furniture, within assigned scope and authorization.
• Assist licensed contractors and vendors with scheduled maintenance and repairs; communicate access needs, observed issues, and work status to the facilities team.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections of building systems and equipment, including assigned HVAC support tasks; document findings, repairs, and follow-up needs.
• Help orient team members to building systems, equipment locations, maintenance procedures, and safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform authorized repairs, and promptly elevate unsafe conditions, recurring failures, or work requiring a licensed specialist.
• Maintain accurate work orders, including task status, labor, materials used, and completion notes in the designated maintenance system.
• Prepare maintenance reports as required and communicate outstanding repairs, equipment condition, and supply needs to the supervisor.
• Participate in team meetings and coordinate maintenance activities with facilities, operations, and tenants to minimize disruption to guests and businesses.
• Safely operate, inspect, and care for hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment; use required personal protective equipment and follow applicable safety procedures.
• Operate company vehicles and light equipment as assigned, only with required licensing, training, and authorization.
• Inspect and replace lamps, ballasts, and other lighting components as authorized; report lighting deficiencies affecting safety or presentation.
• Repair or replace fixtures, outlets, switches, and wiring connections only within applicable licensing requirements and company authorization; refer restricted work to licensed contractors.
• Respond professionally to maintenance requests and urgent building issues, maintain orderly work areas, and perform other job-related duties assigned by the supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• At least three years of direct experience in commercial building operations and maintenance.
• High school diploma with technical school certification in a relevant maintenance trade.
• Working knowledge of commercial electrical and plumbing systems, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance; familiarity with HVAC systems preferred.
• Ability to perform general maintenance, including light carpentry, painting, and locksmithing, and to recognize when specialized or licensed assistance is required.
• Ability to follow applicable safety and environmental requirements, including OSHA and EPA requirements relevant to assigned work.
• Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, teamwork, and problem-solving skills; ability to maintain clear maintenance records and use digital work-order tools.
• Current state-issued driver’s license for assigned driving duties.

Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing, using hands to handle tools and controls, and communicating with team members and tenants.
• Frequently walk, reach, and climb ladders or scaffolds using required training and safety equipment.
• Frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 lbs. and move objects weighing up to 100 lbs. using appropriate equipment or team assistance as needed.
• Bend, stoop, and crouch while performing maintenance tasks.
• Use near and distance vision, with correction or reasonable accommodation as applicable, to inspect equipment and perform work safely.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions, with potential exposure to high noise levels; use required protective equipment .